Yellowknife, le mercredi 24 octobre 2012 – Le premier plan stratégique sur les services en français du gouvernement des Territoires du Nord‑Ouest (GTNO) a été déposé aujourd’hui à l’Assemblée législative.
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Mr. Speaker, smoking rates in the NWT are double the national average. In 2009, 36% of NWT residents 15 and older smoked, compared to 17% nationally. Smoking contributes to chronic diseases affecting the heart and lungs, and also causes cancer.
Mr. Speaker, effective human resource management of the NWT public service relies on partnerships between the Department of Human Resources and other Government departments, boards, and agencies.
Mr. Speaker, our mining, oil and gas industries rely on modern, accessible geoscience information to make investment and land use decisions.
Mr. Speaker, languages are about identity – who we are and how we understand and interact with each other. Promoting our languages harmonizes with a connection to cultural values, and provides a sense of identity and belonging.
Mr. Speaker, the 2012 forest fire season is officially over.
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Mr. Speaker, we all have a role to play in stopping abuse from taking place in our homes. Unfortunately, family violence continues to be a significant concern.
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Mr. Speaker, it gives me great pleasure to congratulate the Department of Transportation for receiving the Silver Award for Innovation from the Institute of Public Administrators of Canada.