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Indigenous employees wanted, say MLAs

The GNWT announced an Indigenous employability framework and action plan, geared at giving residents the opportunity to advance in the public sector. This trend follows heavy criticism on the lack of Indigenous representation in the workforce and has been an ongoing debate of the legislative assembly. “A public service that…



Two foxes test positive for rabies in Tuktoyaktuk

Residents in Tuktoyaktuk should be on the lookout for aggressive foxes. According to public health, two foxes recently tested positive for rabies in the community. There have also been reports of foxes attacking dogs. “If you have been bitten, scratched or in contact with a fox or bitten by a…



MLAs appoint new chief electoral officer

Stephen Dunbar has been appointed the Northwest Territories Chief Electoral Officer. This was announced in the third sitting of the Legislative Assembly on Nov. 24. The electoral officer is responsible for overseeing general elections, by-elections and plebiscites in the territory. His term is set to expire by March 31, 2025….





Norn’s behaviour condemned at Legislative Assembly

“I’m coming for you.” That is a message from Tu Nedhé-Wiilideh MLA Steve Norn, to other MLA’s in a caucus Facebook chat. The 19th legislative assembly opened on Monday with complaints against the behaviour of Norn based on several threatening statements made before and during his conduct inquiry. Some MLAs felt…