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Deputy Minister Speaks to Federal Senate Standing Committee on Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development
(November 19, 2009) -- Deputy Minister Peter Vician spoke to the Federal Senate Standing Committee on Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, offering the Department's Perspectives on Critical Economic Issues.
Read Deputy Minister Vician's Speech
Premier Pays Tribute to NWT Tourism Industry
(November 9, 2009) -- Speaking at the Annual General Meeting of NWT Tourism in Yellowknife, Premier Floyd Roland paid tribute to the NWT Tourism Industry Saturday.
GNWT Tables Electricity Review
(November 6, 2009) -- The Electricity Review Panel's report, titled “Creating A Brighter Future: A Review of Electricity Rates, Regulation and Subsidy Programs in the Northwest Territories," was tabled today in the Legislative Assembly.
Read Minister McLeod's Statement to the Legislative Assembly
Update on the Mining Industry in the Northwest Territories
(November 3, 2009) -- Minister McLeod updated the Legislative Assembly on the state of the mining industry in the Northwest Territories.
Read Minister McLeod's Statement to the Legislative Assembly
Mackenzie Gas Project
(October 30, 2009) -- Minister McLeod updated the Legislative Assembly on current activity regarding the Mackenzie Gas Project.
Read Minister McLeod's Statement to the Legislative Assembly
2008 Communities and Diamonds Report Tabled Today
(October 27, 2009) -- Minister McLeod tabled the annual Communities and Diamonds Report today in the Legislative Assembly.
Northern Mining Workforce Initiative Memorandum of Understanding
(October 27, 2009) -- Minister McLeod updated the Legislative Assembly on collaboration between the Government of the Northwest Territories and the three Northwest Territories diamond mines – BHP Billiton Diamonds Inc., Diavik Diamond Mines Inc. and De Beers Canada Inc. – under the Northern Mining Workforce Initiative Memorandum of Understanding.
Read Minister McLeod's Statement to the Legislative Assembly
NWT Parks and Tourism 2009 Update
(October 20, 2009) -- Minister McLeod updated Members of the Legislative Assembly on the state of the tourism industry in the Northwest Territories.
Read Minister McLeod's Statement to the Legislative Assembly
Minister McLeod Pushes for NWT Interests at Committee on Internal Trade
(October 15, 2009) -- Minister Bob McLeod will be representing the interests of the Northwest Territories at a Federal/Provincial/Territorial meeting in Whitehorse.
Minister McLeod Speaks at Strategic Northern Infrastructure Symposium
(October 15, 2009) -- Minister Bob McLeod spoke to attendees of the Strategic Northern Infrastructure Symposium about building a stronger future for the North.
Diavik Diamond Mines Selected as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers
(October 09, 2009) -- Diavik Diamond Mines was selected by the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers for its 2009 list, it was announced today.
Deputy Minister Speaks on Economy to NWT Chamber of Commerce
(September 24, 2009) -- Deputy Minister Peter Vician spoke to the NWT Chamber of Commerce about the state of the economy at a breakfast meeting Thursday.
Read Deputy Minister Vician's Speech
Minister McLeod Gives Plenary Address at Aboriginal Business Conference
(September 23, 2009) -- Minister Bob McLeod spoke to representatives of Aboriginal governments, regional corporations and businesses about co-operation between the Government and Aboriginal groups and organizations.
Minister McLeod Speaks at Alaska Oil and Gas Congress
(September 18, 2009) -- Minister Bob McLeod spoke to members of the Alaska Oil and Gas Congress about bringing the Arctic to market.
Minister McLeod Addresses Members of Ontario Energy Association
(September 16, 2009) -- Minister Bob McLeod spoke to members of the Ontario Energy Association about the Mackenzie Gas Project.
"Made in the NWT" Campaign Shows Early Success
(September 11, 2009) -- The NWT Chamber of Commerce and Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment (ITI) reported today that the “Made in the NWT” promotional campaign has, thus far, been a tremendous success.
NWT Trappers Recognized by Fur Institute of Canada
(September 2, 2009) -- Two NWT Trappers were recognized by the Fur Institute of Canada for their commitment of effort, outstanding achievements and valued contributions in the areas of wildlife management, conservation and trapping in Canada.
Read Minister McLeod's statement to the Legislative Assembly
Government of Canada and Northwest Territories Launch Growing Forward Program
(August 6, 2009) -- The Government of Canada and the Government of the Northwest Territories announced the implentation of the Growing Forward Program, allowing for flexible and innovative programming in the NWT agriculture sector.
Go to the GNWT's Growing Forward Webpage
Government of Canada Signs First-Ever Immigration Agreement with Northwest Territories
(August 5, 2009) -- The Government of Canada, in collaboration with the Government of the Northwest Territories, announced the signing of a new agreement to help attract new immigrants to the Northwest Territories.
Go to the Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment's NWT Nominee Program Webpage
Go to the NWT Nominee Program Website
Read the NWT Nominee Program Guidelines
Electricity Review Team Completes Public Discussion Phase
(July 20, 2009) -- The Government of the Northwest Territories has completed the public discussion phase of the NWT Electricity Review.
Read News Release (regarding completion of phase)
Read News Release (regarding release of report)
Northwest Territories Accepted as Official Member of Pacific Northwest Economic Region (PNWER)
(July 13, 2009) -- Premier Floyd Roland and the Honourable Bob McLeod, Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment attended the Pacific Northwest Economic Region (PNWER) conference which took place July 12 - 16, 2009 in Boise, Idaho. At the conference, the Northwest Territories was accepted as an official member of PNWER.
Read Premier Roland's Conference Address
NWT Visual Artists Selected for 2010 Olympics
(July 9, 2009) -- Ten visual artists from the Northwest Territories will receive the opportunity of a lifetime - the chance to showcase their talents at the 2010 Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver.
Minister McLeod Promotes NWT Natural Gas in Washington
(June 25, 2009) -- Minister of Industry, Tourism & Investment Bob McLeod went to Washington to speak to U.S. government officials about the importance of Arctic Natural Gas.
Read Minister McLeod's Speech at the Woodrow Wilson Institute
The Future of the Mackenzie Gas Project
(June 17, 2009) -- Minister of Industry, Tourism & Investment Bob McLeod spoke about the Mackenzie Gas Project at the 2009 Inuvik Petroleum Show.
Merlyn and Jean Carter Enter the Canadian Tourism Hall of Fame
(June 4, 2009) -- On Wednesday, June 3rd, two distinguished northerners joined ranks with Max Ward in the Canadian Tourism Hall of Fame.
Economic Incentives for Small Business
(June 4, 2009) -- Minister Bob McLeod advised members of the House of new initiatives introduced by the Department of Industry, Tourism, and Investment and the Northwest Territories Business Development and Investment Corporation designed to assist NWT small businesses.
Read Minister McLeod's statement to the Legislative Assembly
$20 Million Invested in Territorial Business 2008/2009
(June 3, 2009) -- The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) invested $20 million last year in individuals and businesses in the Northwest Territories (NWT) to support economic prosperity and community self-reliance.
Read the 2008/2009 Grants and Contributions Report
Maximizing Northern Employment
(June 3, 2009) -- Minister Bob McLeod spoke to the Legislative Assembly about the importance of the Government of the Northwest Territories' Summer Student Employment Program.
Read Minister McLeod's statement to the Legislative Assembly
Government of the Northwest Territories Employability Working Group
(June 2, 2009) -- Minister Bob McLeod spoke to the Legislative Assembly about the Government of the Northwest Territories' commitment to increasing the representation of people with disabilities in the public service.
Read Minister McLeod's statement to the Legislative Assembly
Northerners Working Together
(June 2, 2009) -- Minister Bob McLeod spoke to the Legislative Assembly about an important goal - a vibrant and flourishing economy that will mean more choices for NWT residents and more opportunities for business.
Read Minister McLeod's statement to the Legislative Assembly
Tourism Week 2009
(June 1, 2009) -- Minister Bob McLeod emphasized the importance of the tourism industry to the Northwest Territories' economy.
Read Minister McLeod's statement to the Legislative Assembly
GNWT Supports Traditional Way-of-Life
(May 29, 2009) Minister Bob McLeod reiterated today the support of the Government of the Northwest Territories of traditional and cultural skills.
Read Minister McLeod's statement to the Legislative Assembly
Meet the North 2009 Conference
(May 14, 2009) Minister Bob McLeod spoke to those attending the Meet the North 2009 Conference in Edmonton, Alberta, about his top 10 reasons to live in the NWT.
New Camping Fees for 2009
- Tent Site: $15.00
- Non-Powered Site: $22.50
- Powered Site: $28.00
- Powered Site (In Fred Henne): $32.00
- Kitchen Shelter: $25.00
- Kitchen Shelter (Fred Henne Boat Launch): $100.00
- Kitchen Shelter (Fred Henne Beach): $75.00
See general park services
Northern Aboriginal Business Association Membership Drive
(April 17, 2009) Minister Bob McLeod made a speech to the Northern Aboriginal Business Association Board supporting their efforts and outlining the importance of aboriginal business in the Territory.
Read Minister McLeod's speech to the Board
GNWT Approach to 2010 Olympic Winter Games
(April 2, 2009) Announcement highlighting the GNWT’s plans for promoting the North at the Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver in 2010.
NWT Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting in Fort Smith
(March 30, 2009) Minister Bob McLeod, spoke to the NWT business community, about the direction the Government is taking to protect and preserve the economic capacity and potential of the Northwest Territories.
Read Minister McLeod’s speech to the AGM
Call for artists for 2010 Winter Olympics
(March 16) The Government of the Northwest Territories is looking for NWT performing and visual artists to share their talent at the upcoming 2010 Olympics.
To find out how to apply visit NWT Arts
GNWT Regulatory Improvement
(March 12) The Government of the Northwest Territories is taking steps to ensure that Northern interest are clearly heard and understood in ongoing discussion about regulatory improvement in the Northwest Territories.
Find out more about Regulatory Improvement
Read statement by Deputy Premier
Francophone Business Awards
(March 11) Acknowledging and celebrating the contribution made to the Northwest Territories by the Francophone business community.
Read Statement By Minister McLeod
Tabling of Community Futures Annual Report
(March 9)Minister Bob McLeod tabled the 2007 - 08 Annual Report from the Community Futures Organizations.
Read Minister Bob McLeod's Statement to the Legislative Assembly
Read more about the Community Futures Organization
Read the Annual Report for 2007-08
Building a Mining Workforce
(March 5) The GNWT’s work under the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the NWT’s three diamond mines is identifying ways to attract skilled workers and their families to the Northwest Territories and to advance training and travel initiatives to allow more Northwest Territories residents to be employed in our mines.
Read more about the mine workforce MOU
Read Minister McLeod’s update on this initiative to the Legislative Assembly
Support for Small Business
(March 4) Minister Bob McLeod today reiterated his Department’s continued support for small business – committing, during this time of economic downturn, to develop the conditions and investment climate that will allow small business to grow and build capacity in the NWT’s people and communities.
Read Minister McLeod’s statement to the Legislative Assembly
Safety Training for Tourism Industry
(March 3) The Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment will cover the costs of marine safety training and certification for NWT tourism operators and guides who use motorized boats in unsheltered waters are now required to meet new Transport Canada standards.
Read Minister McLeod’s statement to the Legislative Assembly
BizPaL Launched in Fort Smith and Hay River
(February 27) Starting and running a business in the town of Hay River and Fort Smith became easier today thanks to BizPaL, a new online business permit and licence service that saves time spent on paperwork and helps entrepreneurs start up faster.
Read Minister McLeod’s Statement to the Legislative Assembly
SEED Funding Promotes new Partnership
(February 26) The Denine K’ue First Nation today signed an agreement with Avalon Rare Metals Inc. to manufacture core sample boxes for delivery to Avalon’s Thor Lake Rare Earth Project. The GNWT is assisting this partnership by providing with start up funding, through its SEED Policy, for equipment and training.
Learn more about the SEED Program
Minister’s Advisory Panel (MAP) on the Economy Meets
(February 25) The inaugural meeting of the Minister’s Advisory Panel on the Economy was held this morning. This panel of stakeholders represents a broad scope of business interests in the Northwest Territories and will provide first-hand advice and guidance to Minister McLeod regarding Northwest Territories (NWT) economic issues.
Read Minister McLeod’s Statement to the Legislative Assembly
Minister McLeod Presents ITI Business Plan to Legislative Assembly
(February 24) Saying the stabilization and growth of the NWT economy is a goal that falls to the Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment. Minister McLeod outlined his Department’s 2009/10 Business Plan today.
“…the Department’s focus will be to support the entrepreneurs that are taking the risks in our economy. These men and women have been the financial basis of our industry for many years – transforming their ideas into solid businesses and providing the energy and innovation to fuel our competitive and prosperous northern business environment...”
Read all of Minister McLeod’s Opening Remarks
Minister McLeod Presents 2009/10 Tourism Marketing Plan
(February 24) Highlights of NWT Tourism’s marketing plan for next year include: a greater investment in the business, meetings and incentive travel markets; a focus on tourism markets closer to home; and an emphasis on web marketing.
Read Minister McLeod’s Statement to the Legislative Assembly
More about NWT Tourism and the Tourism Marketing Advisory Committee
Read the 2009/2010 Tourism Marketing Plan
Expert Policy Panel to Lead Electricity Review
(February 23) Minister Bob McLeod has appointed a three-person panel to lead a territory-wide discussion on electricity regulation, rates and subsidy programs.
Read Minister McLeod’s Statement to the Legislative Assembly
Read more about the GNWT’s Electricity Review
Minister Confirms GNWT Support for Mackenzie Gas Project
(February 20) In a Statement to the Legislative Assembly, Minister McLeod today reiterated the GNWT’s support for the proposed Mackenzie Gas Project - one of the single most important projects for the future of the Northwest Territories and one of the biggest economic development initiatives in Canada for the foreseeable future.
Read all of Minister McLeod’s Statement
Read more about GNWT’s Mackenzie Valley Pipeline Office
Government of the Northwest Territories Support for the Fur Industry
(February 17) Genuine Mackenzie Valley Furs from the Northwest Territories are being promoted at fur and fashion tradeshows in Beijing, Hong Kong and Milan as part of a GNWT-led project to increase consumer demand, broaden market reach and establish new overseas markets for the fur and trapping industry.
Read Minister McLeod’s Statement to the Legislative Assembly
Read more about Genuine Mackenzie Valley Furs from the NWT
Recognition of Avalon Ventures Ltd
(February 06) Rare Earth Elements represent another market for products from our resource-rich Territory. Minister McLeod highlighted the work and commitment of Avalon Ventures at Thor Lake, NWT in the Legislative Assembly.
Read Minister McLeod’s Statement
Economic Trends Spring 2009 Newsletter
(February 09, 2009) This issue has articles on home profiles and ownership, mobility patterns in the NWT, weakening economic performance and immigrants into the NWT. At the back is a Calendar of Events, a listing of business and economic related forums scheduled for the upcoming months in the NWT.
Government Seeking Input on Changes to BIP
(January 29, 2009) The Government of the Northwest Territories is seeking feedback on changes it is proposing to its Business Incentive Program.
Changes will ensure economic opportunities and benefits can continue to be maximized for NWT businesses and communities and improve competition on major infrastructure projects in the Northwest Territories.
Read news release
More about BIP
More about this public consultation
Download details of Proposed Changes
Go to BIP Web Page
Public Meeting - 2008 Parks Consultation
(January 26, 2009) A second public meeting will be held for residents in the North Slave Region on Monday February 2 at 7:00 pm, at the Baker Community Centre (5710-50th Avenue) in Yellowknife.
Officials from the Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment will be presenting the findings of their 2008 summer-long consultation regarding the role and nature of parks services and campgrounds in the NWT.
Meetings will be held in other regional centres as requested. NWT residents wishing to meet with ITI representatives in these regions should contact their regional ITI Superintendent.
More about the Consultation Process
More about Key Consultation Findings
More about Changes to Parks Regulations
Park users completed surveys in territorial parks or online, and stakeholders were contacted to solicit feedback. Complete report.
Park users were contacted in a telephone survey. Complete report.
Genuine Mackenzie Valley Fur Workshops
(January 19-23) Genuine Mackenzie Valley Fur Pelt Handling Workshops are being held in the South Slave and Dehcho Region this week. The workshops will include updates from the Fur Harvester Auction, instruction on pelt handling, and fur grading and skinning and stretching demonstrations on marten, lynx, fox and wolf. All trappers who attend will receive a marten stretcher and pelting guide. Workshops are set for:
- January 19th at 2 p.m. - Ft. Providence. ENR Warehouse.
- January 20th at 6:30 p.m.- Hay River, ENR Warehouse
- January 21th at 6:30 p.m.- Ft. Smith, ENR Warehouse
- January 22th at 1p.m.- Ft. Resolution, ENR Warehouse
- January 23th at 2 p.m. Ft. Liard, ENR Warehouse
For more information, contact your local Environment and Natural Resources (ENR) office.
Click here to read more about the GNWT’s Genuine Mackenzie Valley Fur Program
Minister Promotes Federal Investment in NWT
(January 12, 2009) Minister Bob McLeod is in Edmonton today to meet with federal Minister of Natural Resources, Hon. Lisa Raitt. Minister McLeod will emphasize to the federal Minister that resource development in the NWT can and will contribute to the economic recovery of other Canadian jurisdictions.