Reconciliation

Featured, News, Politics, Reconciliation October 8, 2024

‘Voice of the North’ bends ears of Ottawa power brokers in advance of budget

'NWT council of leaders is not just a forum for discussions; it is a catalyst for action,' says Tłı̨chǫ Grand Chief Jackson Lafferty

The NWT Council of Leaders can be “the voice of the North,” when it comes to lobbying Ottawa to advance some of the major projects…

Featured, News, Reconciliation, Sports

Aboriginal Sports Circle NWT rebrands as Indigenous Sports Circle Northwest Territories

'This change reflects our deep respect for the cultural identities and achievements of Indigenous athletes and communities,' says chairperson

Featured, Housing, News, Politics, Reconciliation

Homeless encampment in Yellowknife to come down starting today

Authorities will work with residents there to secure housing options; area residents complained of filth and crime

Culture, Education, Featured, History, News, Politics, Reconciliation

Indigenous languages in NWT need more than just lip service to thrive

For more than two decades, the GNWT has ignored many recommendations from its own languages commissioner

Culture, Education, Featured, News, Reconciliation

Indigenous languages in NWT receive $17.7 million over three years

‘We will continue to work with Indigenous people and governments to ensure Indigenous languages are protected, promoted and celebrated,’ says Minister Caitlin Cleveland

Culture, Featured, History, News, Reconciliation

Behchokǫ̀ unveils Chief Mǫwfi statue, officially opens $14M cultural centre, offices

'Mǫwfi is a father figure to so many of us, and many of us are directly descended from him.' says Elder Alphonz Nitsiza

Featured, News, Politics, Reconciliation

Three days in Dettah: Dene Nation calls for less talk, more action on key issues

Dene National Assembly heard about drug dealers maiming indebted addicts, poor relations with the GNWT and outside threats to the water system

Featured, Industry, Mining, News, Reconciliation

NWT diamond mines: ‘Billions of dollars being made … we got nothing to show for it.’

Łutsel K'e Coun. John Catholique tells Kimberlite Conference any future mine deals must be fairer, or 'nothing's going to happen'

Featured, Housing, News, Reconciliation

City open to ‘homeless encampments’ on public land, says Mayor Rebecca Alty

Social advocate Georgina Franki says new tent platform on Commissioner’s land at Niven Lake a good place to start

Featured, Industry, News, Reconciliation June 24, 2024

Road to NorZinc mine could unleash $8 billion in Dehcho over 20 years

‘Together, we can advance our goals, fostering a future that honours our past while building a stronger, more sustainable tomorrow,’ says Chief Kele Antione

A 170-kilometre all-season road to a zinc mine in the Dehcho region will take two years to build and cost roughly $256 million. Ultimately the…

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Dental patients in Beaufort Delta advised to get tested for Hepatitis and HIV

Anyone who received dental care in five health-care centres in the Beaufort Delta region between March and April …READ MORE
October 8, 2024 12:07 pm
‘Voice of the North’ bends ears of Ottawa power brokers in advance of budget

The NWT Council of Leaders can be “the voice of the North,” when it comes to lobbying Ottawa …READ MORE
October 8, 2024 11:53 am
Inquest rules Tuk woman accidentally died of alcohol poisoning while in RCMP custody

A coroner’s inquest has found a Tuktoyaktuk woman accidentally died of alcohol poisoning while in RCMP custody in …READ MORE
October 4, 2024 3:56 pm
Former premier Joe Handley honoured for ‘exceptional contribution’ to Canadian life

Former NWT premier and current Aurora College board chair Joe Handley will be honoured on October 14 with …READ MORE
October 3, 2024 1:14 pm
Aboriginal Sports Circle NWT rebrands as Indigenous Sports Circle Northwest Territories

A territorial sports organization has taken a “deliberate step towards inclusivity” with its new name and visual identity. …READ MORE
October 2, 2024 4:13 pm