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IMPROVING HOW ELECTRICITY WORKS

Improving how electricity works for people and communities in the NWT


YELLOWKNIFE (April 17, 2025): New direction issued to the Public Utilities Board (PUB) will modernize how electricity is regulated and delivered in the Northwest Territories. The changes are designed to support the growing pressure to transition to a lower-carbon economy, while maintaining an electricity system that is safe, secure, affordable, and reliable.


The direction includes 11 policy directives focused on improving and expanding net metering and independent power producer programs, implementing rate impact mitigation measures, mandating long-term integrated system planning, and making several necessary regulatory updates. Many of these issues are interrelated. As a package, these changes reflect years of the Government of the Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) research and aim to balance system costs with the benefits of increased community participation and renewable energy adoption.


This work responds to long-standing issues raised by utilities, communities, and residents, while creating more space for Northerners to generate their own renewable power and manage their energy costs. It will also better position Indigenous and community governments to advance renewable energy opportunities and support local economic development.


These issues were largely echoed by invested parties, partners, and the public during broad engagement conducted by the GNWT in 2023 on the renewal of the 2030 Energy Strategy. This policy direction represents the GNWT’s steps towards a revised strategic approach to energy in order to meet the GNWT’s net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 commitments.


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APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR LEAP TRAINING

LEAP (LEAders in Permafrost thaw and northern research) is accepting applications from Northern-based additional trainees to join the 2025-2026 LEAP Online Training program in permafrost thaw and Northern research. Each year, LEAP accepts up to 10 additional trainees from among northern institutions, research centers, local community organizations, and other Northern-based professional entities who will join the program alongside graduate students.


Applications for additional trainee positions in the LEAP 2025-2026 program year are now open until August 31, 2025. 


To learn more about this opportunity and access the application form, please click on Additional Trainee Info and Application Form

NTPC & NT HYDRO BOARD OF DIRECTORS


The GNWT is seeking expressions of interest from members of the public in NWT who wish to be considered for appointment to the Boards of Directors of Northwest Territories Power Corporation (NTPC) and NT Hydro. This is an initial step to renew and strengthen the governance of NTPC and NT Hydro.

 

We hope this information will be of interest to your Government, community, or organization. Ultimately, the goal is to build a diverse and experienced board that represents the people of the NWT, with an emphasis on Indigenous and regional representation. The GNWT will be accepting applications until May 15, 2025.

 

To know more about this opportunity, visit: https://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/en/ntpc-and-nt-hydro-board-public-expression-interest

 

ACTIVATE NT YOUTH MICROGRANTS

Are you a young leader with a big idea for recreation in your community?


Activate NT is offering $5,000 microgrants to youth (ages 15-24) across the NWT to plan and run their own recreation projects-whether that's a sports camp, a music event, a crafting workshop, a hide-tanning camp, or something entirely new! 


This is your chance to make a real impact, gain leadership experience, and bring a project to life that reflects what recreation means to you and your community. You'll also receive support from a mentor and attend a fully funded training event to help turn your idea into reality. 


The application deadline is May 16, so don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!


Click here for more information.

NEW BYLAW TEMPLATE

FIREARMS BYLAW TEMPLATE AND GUIDE


Is your community looking to regulate the transportation and discharge of firearms? Our new Firearms Bylaw Template provides a robust starting point for drafting tailored and enforceable bylaws.


Why use this resource?

  • Customizable Framework: Easily adapt the template to reflect your community's unique needs and priorities.
  • Comprehensive Support: Includes detailed instructions to guide you through defining terms, setting penalties, and specifying enforcement areas.
  • Alignment Ready: Designed to integrate with federal and territorial legislation, ensuring a strong foundation for compliance.


This resource helps communities save time while creating specific, enforceable, and legally sound bylaws. Empower your community with clear, effective regulations for a safer future!


Access the Template and Instructions on the NWTAC Bylaws Toolkit

MUNICIPAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

LGANT

VACANCIES


MUNICIPAL POSITIONS/PROPOSALS AVAILABLE


​Data Entry Clerk (3 Months Term)

Where: Yellowknives Dene First Nation

Contact: hr@ykdene.com

Closes: April 30, 2025

The Yellowknives Dene First Nation (YKDFN) is seeking a Data Entry Clerk for a 3-month term. The Data Entry Clerk will be responsible for capturing various sets of sensitive data within the YKDFN Finance and Administration departments, including, but not limited to, the capturing of personal, financial, as well as other information for vendors, individuals, and public and private entities.


Check for job openings with various NWT Municipalities without a closing date on the LGANT website. Positions are available with many communities.


Click here to see the current job openings

BOARD/ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

GNWT BOARD VACANCIES

VACANCIES


Interested in applying for a GNWT Board Position? Check out the current and upcoming vacancies.

WORKSHOPS, TOOLKITS, AND EVENTS

EARTH WEEK 2025

Ecology North's Earth Week 2025 starts on Tuesday, April 22nd, and runs until Saturday, May 3rd. This year's schedule of events includes a Medicine Walk with Lila Fraser Erasmus, Fireside Solidarity Chats with Seniors for Climate Change, a Green Gala and much, much more. Click here for more information.

CLIMATE CHANGE

WILDFIRE PREPAREDNESS WORKSHOP

NWTAC Wildfire Preparedness Workshop


If you do nothing else to protect your home from a wildfire, clear a 1.5-metre space around the building by removing anything that could burn. That’s one message in a workshop organized by the NWTAC this week and presented by a company that goes in after major wildfires to examine how homes were destroyed – and how other properties were saved.


Click here for full Cabin Radio Article

ONLINE CLIMATE CHANGE COURSES


We’re excited to share that Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Public Service Climate Literacy suite is now open to all Canadians! These engaging courses provide essential knowledge on how climate change impacts us and how we can take action to adapt and mitigate its effects.



These courses are designed to help all Canadians build climate literacy, drawing on the expertise of national leaders and Indigenous perspectives. We encourage you to take the Climate Literacy Foundations course today and challenge yourself to complete all three (~7 hours total). Please share with your networks to help strengthen our collective commitment to climate action!


For feedback or questions, reach out to eees-seea@ec.gc.ca.

AVAILABLE GRANTS

FIRESMART FUNDING

NEW FIRESMART FUNDING AVAILABLE: If your organization has FireSmart projects they want to move forward, Community Wildfire Resilience Contributions can invest in you and your ideas.


Get details and learn how to access funding today.

Agri-food Funding


The federal/territorial Sustainable Canadian Agriculture Partnership (Sustainable-CAP) will fund agriculture-based initiatives that strengthen the competitiveness, innovation and resiliency of the agriculture, agri-food and agri-based products sector. Sustainable-CAP funding is delivered in the NWT by the GNWT’s Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment.


Funding allocations are determined on a case-by-case basis based on the application received with an emphasis placed on projects focussed on: 

• Commercial Agriculture and Agri-Food Development  

• Diversity and Extension

• Community Food Production

• Agri-Environmental Planning

• Resilient Agriculture Landscape Program (RALP)

• Market Development

• Northern Agriculture and Agri-Food Research


Unless otherwise specified, industry organizations and municipal, territorial and Indigenous governments are eligible for up to 100% of project costs.


Click here for more information.

The Yellowknife Community Foundation's student award application portal is NOW OPEN until May 31st. With over 40 awards ranging from at least $1,000 - $5,500 each, this season stands to be the Foundation's biggest yet.


For more information, visit the Yellowknife Community Foundation website: https://www.ykcf.ca/student-awards-scholarships/

Canadian Dental Care Plan 


The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is helping make the cost of dental care more affordable for eligible Canadian residents.


Applications are currently open for the current coverage period ending June 30, 2025, for:

• Seniors aged 65 and over

• Children under the age of 18

• Adults with a valid federal Disability Tax Credit certificate for 2023


Eligible Canadians aged 18 to 64 will be able to apply for the CDCP in May 2025.


CDCP members who currently have coverage under the plan need to renew their coverage for the new 2025 to 2026 coverage period.


Click here for more information.

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GOVERNANCE
LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY PUBLIC SITTINGS

These government policies, programs, and services are under review. This list is frequently updated. Check the page for changes.


Development of an Indigenous Procurement Policy


The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is seeking input on the development of an Indigenous Procurement Policy (IPP) for GNWT procurement opportunities. 


Take Survey AND/OR Click here for more information.



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GNWT Have Your Say
LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY PUBLIC SITTINGS

COMMITTEE EVENTS AND BRIEFINGS



The Legislative Assembly Calendar is frequently updated. Please review the calendar for current updates on Upcoming Events, including Public Meetings, Briefings, and Reviews.


The public and media can attend as observers or follow online at www.ntassembly.ca, the Assembly’s Facebook, or Youtube.


Upcoming:


Public Briefing on Healthcare Sustainability and Accountability

Fri, Apr 25 2025, 8:30 - 10 am, 10:30 am - 12 pm

Location: Det’anchogh Kų́é (Eagle Room), Legislative Assembly



The Social Development Committee will receive a public briefing on Healthcare Sustainability and Accountability with Dr. Courtney Howard, NWT Medical Association from 8:30 - 10 am, and a public briefing on Healthcare System Sustainability Unit with NWT Premier R.J. Simpson from 10:30 am - 12 pm.


The public and media can attend as observers or follow online at www.ntassembly.ca, the Assembly’s Facebook, or YouTube.



Public Briefing on the Committee study of NTPC governance

Mon, Apr 28 2025, 9 am - 12 pm

Location: Det’anchogh Kų́é (Eagle Room), Legislative Assembly


Tune in as the Government Operations Committee receives public briefings on its study of Northwest Territories Power Corporation governance.


  • 9:00 am – David Brown, Executive Vice President, Governance Solutions
  • 10:30 am – Terri Harper, Chief Financial Officer, INN Electric Cooperative Inc.


Attend as an observer or stream online at www.ntassembly.ca, the Assembly’s Facebook, or YouTube. 



Public Briefing on Primary Healthcare Reform

Wed, Apr 30 2025, 1:30 - 3 pm

Location: Det’anchogh Kų́é (Eagle Room), Legislative Assembly


The Social Development Committee will receive a public briefing on Primary Healthcare Reform with the Honourable Lesa Semmler, Minister of Health and Social Services.


The public and media can attend as observers or follow online at 



www.ntassembly.ca, the Assembly’s Facebook, or YouTube.



Youth Parliament 2025 Live Mock Session

Thu, May 1 2025, 1:30 - 5 pm

Location: Legislative Assembly Chamber


Mark your calendars and join the Legislative Assembly in supporting future leaders at the Youth Parliament 2025 live Mock Session!


Nineteen students from across the NWT will step into the role of MLAs to debate real issues facing their communities. Experience youth leadership in action — our future starts here.


Watch Live: ntassembly.ca, Facebook, or YouTube

Learn more: https://www.ntlegislativeassembly.ca/visit-learn/programs/youth-parliament




YEAR AT-A-GLANCE


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