“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…
After a grueling two-month postponement, Jackson Lafferty has been elected Tłı̨chǫ grand chief. Unofficial results came in past midnight to find Lafferty and his community Drum dancing in and around his home. Dozens gathered to congratulate the new chief as he embarks on this new chapter. “It feels great this…
Prior to the Tłı̨chǫ grand chief elections being postponed, CKLB spoke with the three candidates about their vision if elected. The new date for the election is Nov. 18. The interviews were edited for clarity. Jackson Lafferty Why are you running for the position of Tłı̨chǫ grand chief? I understand…
Agitate by presence is one way to get noticed – a reality known all too well by Canada’s first Indigenous woman appointed to a UN expert body, Dr. Sheryl Lightfoot. Alongside six other independent experts, she will now be representing North America on the rights of Indigenous Peoples. Part of…
Acho Dene Koe First Nation (ADKFN) wrapped up its election Monday evening, well almost. Eugene Hope was re-elected as chief with 148 votes. James Duntra trailed closely behind with 145 votes and Steven Steeves received 24. The six new councillors are: Brenda Berreault with 220 votes Donny Bertrand with 264…
The barrage of public meetings on proposed laws continues next week throughout the territory. The Government of the Northwest Territories’ Standing Committee on Economic Development and the Environment will be traveling to hear from the public once again on three different bills: Bill 34, the Mineral Resources Act; Bill 36,…
It’s no secret many people across the territory need to travel for medical reasons. Starting in June, the Department of Health and Social Services is making changes to the Medical Travel Program, which pays a portion of the travel costs for NWT residents who need to access insured health services…