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The pending closure of the NWT’s three huge diamond mines will certainly reduce direct taxation revenues for the territorial government, but it’s the ripple effects through the private sector that could really hurt our economy, says the minister in charge. During a virtual town hall Thursday night — the first…

Three long-time northerners were honored with the Order of the Northwest Territories for their outstanding contributions in a ceremony at the NWT Legislative Assembly this morning. 86-year-old Elder Mary Teya of Fort McPherson was recognized for her community leadership and her dedication to preserving and promoting Dinjii Zhu’ Ginjik (Gwich’in…