Sharing Our Culture – Aboriginal Tourism Forum 2012
Back row: Douglas Dillon, Aboriginal Tourism Development Officer; Dan McDonald, Vancouver Island University; Moise Rabesca, ATCAC Member; Douglas Lamalice, ATCAC Member; Knute Hansen, ATCAC Member; Jenni Bruce, ATCAC Co-Chair. Front row: Brenda Dragon, Aboriginal Tourism Liaison Consultant; Sandra White, Aboriginal Tourism Consultant; Cheryl Chapman, Aboriginal Tourism BC; Judith Wright-Bird, ATCAC Member; Ria Letcher, ATCAC Co-Chair; Margaret Nazon, ATCAC Member; Beverly O’Neil Marketing and Consulting.
DETTAH (April 23, 2012) – Over 70 tourism operators, entrepreneurs, government representatives, guest speakers and industry stakeholders attended the Aboriginal Tourism Forum to define, set priorities, and set the stage for future community engagement in the development of an Aboriginal tourism sector in the NWT.
Read MorePremier McLeod’s remarks: International Polar Year 2012 Conference opening reception
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(speech delivered April 22, 2012, Palais des Congres)
Good evening and welcome to the International Polar Year 2012 Conference.
I am pleased to be here to give you a quick snapshot of the Northwest Territories and share some of what makes us unique in Canada and in the world.
Read MoreGNWT Marks the 20th Anniversary of the Gwich’in Land Claim
YELLOWKNIFE (April 20, 2012) – The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) joins with the Gwich’in and all the people of the Northwest Territories to mark the 20th anniversary of the signing of the Gwich’in Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement. Premier McLeod offered his congratulations to the Gwich’in Tribal Council at Dene Leadership Meetings in Inuvik earlier this week.
Read MoreDeputy Minister of ECE to Retire
YELLOWKNIFE (April 19, 2012) – Premier Bob McLeod is today announcing the retirement of Mr. Dan Daniels as Deputy Minister of Education, Culture and Employment (ECE).
Read MoreMinister Ramsay’s speech, Northern Air Transport Association’s 36th Annual General Meeting
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I appreciate this opportunity to address the Northern Air Transport Association’s 36th Annual General Meeting. Aviation is an important industry in the North, one that requires a continuous dialogue between regulators, airport operators, and the aviation industry. Thank you for providing that forum – we all benefit from continuing our conversation.
Read MorePremier McLeod’s speech: Inauguration of the Inuvik Satellite Station Facility antenna, April 16, 2012
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Thank you. On behalf of the Government of the Northwest Territories, I would like to welcome you here today. The inauguration of the Inuvik Satellite Station Facility antenna is another important step forward for the town of Inuvik and the whole Northwest Territories.
Read MoreAssembly of First Nations National Chief Shawn Atleo Supports Aboriginal Student Achievement Education Partnership Declaration
YELLOWKNIFE, NT (April 18, 2012) – The Honourable Jackson Lafferty, Minister of Education, Culture and Employment (ECE), received support from the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo for the Aboriginal Student Achievement (ASA) Education Plan.
NWT’s Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) rates decrease
YELLOWKNIFE (April 18, 2012) Finally, the NWT is seeing a reduction in STIs. The NWT has seen a drop in the number of cases for Gonorrhea. Gonorrhea (also known as “The Clap”) is a common STI that can be cured with antibiotics. However, if not treated early, it can seriously affect your health and may cause sterility.
Read MoreA success for the GNWT/FFT Consultation/Cooperation Committee / Un événement important pour le Comité de consultation et de coopération du GTNO et de la FFT
YELLOWKNIFE (April 17, 2012) — On Wednesday, April 4th, 2012, the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) and the Fédération franco-ténoise (FFT) Consultation/Cooperation Committee successfully concluded the initial draft of the Strategic Plan on French Language Communications and Services (the Strategic Plan).
Read MoreGNWT and UNW Reach Tentative Agreement
YELLOWKNIFE (April 16, 2012) – The Union of Northern Workers (UNW) and the Government of the Northwest Territories have reached a tentative agreement for a new four-year collective agreement.
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