Media Room
Frequently Asked Questions
Business and Economic Development
What is Biz Pal?
BizPal is a multi-partnered online service that provides prospective business owners and entrepreneurs with one-stop access to permit and licence information across Canada. Read more
Mining, Oil and Gas
How many diamond mines are there in the NWT?
With the addition of DeBeers’ Snap Lake Mine, there are now three commercial producing diamond mines in the NWT. Mining and Exploration in the Northwest Territories 2007 Overview highlights the 2007 exploration activity and the status of operating mines in the NWT.
Diamonds
How can I tell if my diamond was mined, cut and polished in the Northwest Territories?
A GOVERNMENT CERTIFIED CANADIAN DIAMOND™ is the only diamond in the world that can be guaranteed to be 100% Canadian and mined cut and polished in Canada’s Northwest Territories. Read More
Tourism and Parks
How can I apply for funding from the Tourism Product Development and Marketing Program?
The Tourism Product Diversification and Marketing Program is delivered through ITI regional offices. To find the ITI office for your region click here
To read more about the Tourism Product Development and Marketing Program, click here.
Arts and Crafts
How can I market my made-in-the-NWT arts and fine crafts on line?
The GNWT supports an on-line data base for NWT Artists at www.nwtarts.com
Agriculture, Fisheries and Furs
What traps and snares can I use in the Northwest Territories?
All furs traded under the Genuine Mackenzie Valley Fur Program must comply with the Agreement on International Humane Trap Standards. For references and guides - as well as snare and trap charts, click here.