YELLOWKNIFE (February 27, 2012) -- A new website aimed at attracting outside investment and business to the NWT has recently been launched. The site highlights the territory’s economic potential, the benefits of doing business in the Northwest Territories, and identifies prime areas for investment.
The website, www.investnwt.ca, was developed in partnership with the Government of the Northwest Territories’ Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment, the NWT Chamber of Commerce, the NWT Construction Association, the NWT and Nunavut Chamber of Mines, and the Conseil de développement économique des Territories du Nord-Ouest (CDETNO).
“Investment is crucial to sustain our economy and expand our service base,” said Minister of Industry, Tourism, and Investment, David Ramsay. “Entrepreneurs exploring joint ventures with Aboriginal business partners, organizations seeking opportunities to develop sustainable businesses or industries in the NWT, or even those simply looking to make connections in the business community can turn to www.investnwt.ca as an important resource.”
The site contains an overview of important economic sectors in the NWT, such as manufacturing, fur, agriculture and fisheries, mining, oil and gas and more. Potential investors can find information on the territory’s business incentives, workforce and infrastructure. The site also features news for the business community, including upcoming events and new investment initiatives.
The Department of Industry, Tourism and Development is working with CDETNO on the French version of the site, which is scheduled to launch this spring.
By actively pursuing investment opportunities that will benefit local businesses and residents, www.investnwt.ca supports the 17th Legislative Assembly’s goal of a diversified economy that provides all communities and regions with opportunities and choices.
For more information, contact:
Alayna Ward
Manager, Public Affairs and Communications
Industry, Tourism and Investment
Government of the Northwest Territories
867-920-8696