April 19, 2018
New infrastructure is planned for the Sahtu Region’s idyllic MacKinnon Territorial Park, and we want your input on the proposed plans!
Provide feedback through the online survey here or join ITI’s Sahtu Regional Office for a public engagement session:
- Monday, April 23, 2018
- 7:00 – 8:00pm
- Royal Canadian Legion, Norman Wells
Snacks and refreshments will be provided.
Discussions will be focused on the new proposed Cultural Interpretation Area and three design concepts will be presented.
Concept 1:
Concept 2:
Concept 3:
Construction of the approved concept could begin as early as late July 2018, with the goal of making the Cultural Interpretation Area open for public use by late August 2018.
To provide additional comments, please contact Kacee_Hunter@gov.nt.ca.
An Introduction to MacKinnon Territorial Park
For those who haven’t travelled to MacKinnon Territorial Park yet – here are a couple insights to motivate your travel bug.
Located in the community of Norman Wells, MacKinnon Park is a gem in the Sahtu Region. Uninterrupted views of the mighty Mackenzie River provide a stunning backdrop to your camping adventures and the park is a popular local for community gatherings and events.
The park has an event stage, gazebo, playground and two beautiful teepees. Other features include a greenhouse and agriculture area, walking trails and relaxing sitting areas including viewing platforms, arbors and picnic tables.
The park is managed by ITI and campers can book in one of the nine overnight campsites by contacting:
Kacee Hunter
Manager, Tourism & Parks
ITI – Norman Wells
867-587-7165
