February 9, 2012 - Mr. Speaker, later this Session I will be presenting Bill 1, An Act to Amend the Borrowing Authorization Act.
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February 8, 2012 - Mr. Speaker, when our new government first met last October, we agreed on a vision for the Northwest Territories.
February 8, 2012 - Mr. Speaker, now, more than ever, Northerners are realizing the importance of literacy. January 27 was family literacy day. Celebrating Family Literacy Day helps recognize the important role that families play in literacy development.
February 8, 2012 - Mr. Speaker, the Government of the Northwest Territories is committed to establishing a Public Service that is inclusive of all people and that accurately represents the population it serves.
February 7, 2012 - Mr. Speaker, although we have a small population, the Northwest Territories is a large and diverse territory. We live in 33 communities spread over several regions. We share the territory with seven regional Aboriginal governments.
Opening remarks of Deputy Minister Peter Vician (Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment) (check against delivery):
December 15, 2011 - Mr. Speaker, as 2011 -- the Year of Road Safety -- comes to a close, I would like to highlight our continuing success in improving road safety in the Northwest Territories.
December 15, 2011 - Mr. Speaker, in setting the priorities for this new government, we have placed an emphasis on education and prevention, and on mental health and addictions. I am pleased to report that we are already moving forward with a new campaign in this area.
December 15, 2011 - Mr. Speaker, I wish to update Members about a new office within the Department of Justice; the Office of the Children’s Lawyer.
December 15, 2011 - Mr. Speaker, Members of this Assembly set out a vision of strong individuals, families and communities sharing the benefits and responsibilities of a unified, environmentally sustainable and prosperous Northwest Territories.