Statement of Policy
The Government of the Northwest Territories supports the creation and growth of competitive businesses as a foundation for the Northwest Territories economy and will, when purchasing goods, services or construction, provide an incentive to Northwest Territories-based businesses in a manner that recognizes the higher cost of operating businesses and manufacturing products in the Northwest Territories, encourages Northwest Territories-based businesses to create employment and develop necessary experience and business skills, and complies with any intergovernmental agreements to which the Government of the Northwest Territories must adhere.