YELLOWKNIFE (October 10, 2012) -- The GNWT has been named as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, an annual award recognizing employers who provide exceptional workplaces for their employees and lead their industries in recruitment and retention practices.

“Our committed, innovative and creative public service is the key to providing effective and efficient government services to the people of the Northwest Territories,” said Glen Abernethy, Minister of Human Resources. “Our staff know their clients: they are friends and neighbours.  It is very satisfying to know that the GNWT is being recognized as one of the best employers in Canada. This award enhances our ability to attract even more talented individuals who are committed to their professions and their communities.”

The GNWT has over 6,000 employees in fields that range from natural resource management to cultural revitalization to community development. Employees can have lifelong careers, gaining progressive experience and working throughout the Northwest Territories. The GNWT has a comprehensive benefits package including paid vacation time, a defined-benefit pension plan, a health plan including vision and dental, flexible work arrangements, and annual raises according to the terms of the collective agreement. Training opportunities are available throughout employees’ careers, including developmental assignments, education leave, secondments and workshops. The GNWT is committed to workplace diversity and the development of a northern workforce.

Canada’s Top 100 Employers is prepared and published by Mediacorp Canada Inc., manager of the popular job search website Eluta.ca and one of Canada’s largest publishers of employment periodicals. 

For more information, contact: 

Megan Holsapple
Media Liaison
Office of the Premier and Executive Council
Government of the Northwest Territories
Tel: (867) 669-2302
Fax: (867) 873-0111