Current Press Releases
Joint Proposal on Caribou Actions Submitted to Wek
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- Friday, November 06, 2009
A joint proposal outlining caribou actions in Wek’čezhěi was submitted to the Wek’čezhěi Renewable Resources Board (WRRB) today.
Olympic Torch Completes Tour of the NWT
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- Friday, November 06, 2009
The 2010 Olympic Torch Relay has completed its tour through the Northwest Territories (NWT). The Town of Inuvik was the first NWT community to be visited by the Olympic Torch on November 4, followed by Yellowknife, Dettah, and N’Dilo on November 5, 2009.
GNWT Tables Electricity Review
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- Friday, November 06, 2009
The team tasked with conducting a Review of Electricity Rates, Regulations and Subsidy Programs in the Northwest Territories has delivered their report to the Government of the Northwest Territories.
GNWT Launches New Accountability Resource
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- Thursday, November 05, 2009
A new interactive website from the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) gives NWT residents an online tool for reviewing and tracking the progress the GNWT is making as it works to advance the priorities and goals of the 16th legislative Assembly through its strategic initiatives and capital spending.
Beverage Container Program Celebrates 100 Million Containers Returned
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- Thursday, November 05, 2009
More than 100 million beverage containers have been returned to depots in the Northwest. First started four years ago, the Beverage Container Program reflects the Government of the Northwest Territory’s commitment to maintaining our environment and creating opportunities for Northerners.
NWT Minister of Justice Pushes for Northern Issues at National Conference
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- Thursday, November 05, 2009
Canada’s Ministers of Justice have confirmed their commitment to Aboriginal justice issues following a conference in Fredericton, New Brunswick.
Draft NWT Water Stewardship Strategy Released
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- Wednesday, November 04, 2009
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources and Indian and Northern Affairs Canada are pleased to release the draft NWT Water Stewardship Strategy.
Take our Kid to Work Day Celebrates Career Week, Nov 2-6
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- Wednesday, November 04, 2009
Students across the Northwest Territories (NWT) joined parents and sponsors in their workplaces today for the annual Take Our Kids to Work Day.
Minister & MLA to Represent Territory at Economic Leadership Forum
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- Wednesday, November 04, 2009
Two members of the 16th Legislative Assembly will be working towards NWT interests at the Pacific Northwest Economic Region (PNWER) Economic Leadership Forum this week.
NWT Science Agenda Supports Scientific and Traditional Knowledge
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- Tuesday, November 03, 2009
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is recognizing the importance of science in supporting effective public policy decisions through the first Northwest Territories (NWT) Science Agenda.
