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BACKYARD AGRICULTURE
Bees, goats, and chickens, oh my! Are you seeing more livestock in your communities? Is your community prepared for it? Check out Backyard Chickens, Beekeeping, Goats – Benefits and Bylaws on the NWTAC Smart Management Practices and Healthy Communities Toolkits.
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NORTHERN INFRASTRUCTURE STANDARDS
Newly added to the Standards heading in the NWTAC Climate Change Toolkit is Risk-based Approach for Community Planning in Northern Regions ꟷ Requirements and Guidance, which specifies the minimum requirements to produce land development suitability (LDS) maps with particular consideration given to climate change within a risk management framework.
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BOARD/ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES | |
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UPCOMING VACANCIES
Interested in applying for a GNWT Board Position. Check out the upcoming vacancies.
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OMBUD
Are you an expert in administrative and procedural fairness? Do you have experience conducting in-depth investigations? The Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories is seeking expressions of interest from qualified individuals interested in serving as the Northwest Territories Ombud.
The full recruitment ad can be found here: https://buff.ly/4csg1bn
The ombud Act can be found here: https://buff.ly/49wAEBz
Deadline to apply is March 29 at 5:00pm
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GREEN MUNICIPAL FUND COUNCIL
FCM is looking for dynamic individuals passionate about climate change to join the Green Municipal Fund Council. As part of the GMF Council, you'll collaborate with leaders across sectors to support projects significantly benefiting Canadian communities.
They're looking for experts with a strong background in governance, financial literacy, and a commitment to sustainability and are particularly interested in candidates who embody diversity in thought, experience, and expertise, aiming to foster inclusive and innovative solutions for reducing emissions and enhancing local sustainability. If you're passionate about creating a greener future and ready to make a tangible difference, apply soon!
Deadline for applications is April 3, 2024
Click here for more information
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OFFICE OF CLIENT EXPERIENCE | |
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PATIENT ADVOCATES
The Office of Client Experience (OCE), Intake Co-ordinator has sent communications material to all 33 communities for display in Health Centres, Hospitals, Friendship Centres, and other sites where people tend to gather.
The OCE information package includes the following :
The NTHSSA assures that the OCE link is always prominently featured on their public website, making it easy for online residents to find program information. They also actively promote the OCE through various channels, including traditional media (radio and TV) and digital platforms, aiming for widespread awareness. Their on-the-ground efforts involve staff visits to businesses and GNWT offices, distributing posters, pamphlets, and business cards. Additionally, we regularly give virtual and in-person presentations to Regional Wellness Councils, the Leadership Council, and other interested organizations.
The Cultural Safety Design Collaborative has been actively engaging with the community to understand how clients experience travel for care to Stanton Territorial Hospital. These efforts have successfully increased awareness of the team and its services. During these engagements, the OCE team has visited:
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Fort Resolution: Elder’s Facility
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Fort Simpson: Health Centre, Elder’s Facility, Métis Association, Band Office
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Fort Smith: Smith Landing First Nation, Rolling Rapids Hall, Health Centre, Northern Lights Special Care Home, Aurora College
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Yellowknife: Stanton Territorial Hospital
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Bechoko: Events were not held, but met with folks 1-1
- Outstanding - Hay River & KFN, Inuvik
The NTHSSA is actively seeking ways to connect with the media and the public to promote the program and recently marked the one-year anniversary of operations and introduced a series of team profiles. This initiative aims to familiarize the public with the team members, providing clear contact points and information about the services offered by the OCE.
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WORKSHOPS, TOOLKITS, AND EVENTS | |
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WEBINAR SERIES
Join the fifth webinar in the Laurier Northern Webinar Series, which will take place on Thursday, March 28th, at 1 p.m. MST. This webinar will focus on Northern Water Resources and Climate Change and will be approximately one hour long.
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DOCUMENTARY AND CALLS TO ACTION
Filmed on locations across Canada including Indigenous communities, research sites and universities, Signal Fire is free-to-watch 30-minute documentary that features stories from the authors and their colleagues — Indigenous and non-Indigenous — and lights the way for researchers and communities looking to ignite change.
The Signal Fire website provides more information about the 10 Calls to Action to Natural Scientists, the film, and resources to help individuals rethink how natural science is conducted.
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COMMUNITY STORIES
Join the GMF upcoming webinar on March 28, 2024 at 11 am MT, Community stories: The real impact of energy efficiency financing, as they explore concrete examples from municipalities that have successfully financed projects through the Green Municipal Fund’s Community Efficiency Financing (CEF) initiative. Speakers from the Clean Foundation, the Town of Bridgewater, the Association of Alberta Municipalities and the City of Calgary will share results from their funded programs.
Click here to register and for more information
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NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR 2024 AWARD
The Water Strategy Indigenous Steering Committee and the Department of Environment and Climate Change are thrilled to announce the launch of the NWT Water Stewardship Award.
This award aims to recognize and honour the outstanding individuals and organizations in the NWT who have made significant contributions to ensuring NWT waters remain clean, abundant and productive for all time.
Water sustains life and ecosystems, and acknowledging those who show exemplary dedication and leadership is vital for safeguarding water. Through this award, they seek to highlight outstanding efforts and inspire others.
The deadline for nominations is April 26, 2024
Click here for more information, and to fill out and submit a nomination
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ACCESSIBILITY AND INCLUSION | |
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NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR 2024 AWARD
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is now accepting nominations for the 2024 GNWT Accessibility and Inclusion Award.
The annual award provides an opportunity to recognize the accomplishments of an outstanding volunteer, community member or business that strives to make the NWT more inclusive and accessible for persons with disabilities.
The deadline for nominations is April 26, 2024
Click here for more information, and to fill out and submit a nomination
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YELLOWKNIFE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
YKCF offers a scholarship in the fields of outdoor education and emergency response. Our 2024 student award season starts April 2nd.
The Gary Robinson Memorial Fund is for residents of Yellowknife of at least 1 year pursuing programming at institutions in emergency response and outdoor education.
Click here to apply or for more information
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MUNICIPAL POSITIONS/PROPOSALS AVAILABLE
- RFP DESIGN - BUILD NEW COMMUNITY HALL in Paulatuk - Closes April 12
Check for job openings with no closing date on the LGANT website.
- Housing Development Coordinator
- Building Maintainer
- Community Services Coordinator
- Elders Support Workers
- Gathering Place Support Workers
- Full-time Senior Lifeguard
- Project Officer
- Senior Administrative Officer
Click here for more information
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FUNDING FOR NWTAC PRIORITIES | |
WASTE REDUCTION AND RECYCLING | |
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WASTE REDUCTION AND RECYCLING INITIATIVE
Do you have an idea to help your community reduce, reuse and recycle waste but need some financial support? ECC is now accepting applications for the Waste Reduction and Recycling Initiative.
This program provides up to $50,000 to complete projects that reduce waste generation, reuse materials and products, recycle materials (that are not already collected through an NWT recycling program), or repurpose waste for a useful benefit.
More details, including the Funding Guidelines, Application Form, and Project Plan & Budget Templates, can be found on ECC’s website at www.ecc.gov.nt.ca/WRRI.
Deadline for applications is April 30, 2024
If you have questions about the application process or would like to discuss any project ideas, please email Rachel_McVety@gov.nt.ca or call 867-767-9236 ext. 53209.
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TENNIS FOR WOMEN AND GIRLS | |
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GAME. SET. EQUITY. COMMUNITY TENNIS GRANTS
The Game. Set. Equity. Community Grants seek to empower communities to develop or further enhance programming for women and girls to break down those barriers and drive forward our mission of equitable access to tennis.
Deadline for Applications April 9, 2024
Click here for more information
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GORD DOWNIE & CHANIE WENJACK FUND (DWF) - CAPACITY BUILDING GRANT
The Capacity Building Grant stream supports grassroots Indigenous charities, programs, communities, and initiatives (artists and makers) with the potential for significant impact. This grant stream commits to multi-year relationships which increase the capacity, networks, programs, and profile of the partners selected.
Deadline for Applications May 17, 2024
Click here for more information
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IMPACT GRANTS
The Impact Funding Solutions is offering grants to empower businesses and nonprofits to drive positive change in their communities.
Deadline for Applications May 31, 2024
Click here for more information
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FUNDING DEADLINES APPROACHING | |
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COMMERCIAL FISHERY SUPPORT PROGRAM
The ParticipACTION Community Challenge is a national physical activity and sport initiative that encourages everyone in Canada to get active throughout June in search of Canada’s Most Active Community.
Deadline for Proposals March 31, 2024
Click here to apply and for more information
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EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT FIRESMART PROGRAM
EMAP supports wildland fire non-structural mitigation and preparedness initiatives through the FireSmart funding stream. FireSmart builds skills in First Nations communities to prevent and prepare against wildland fires.
Deadline for Proposals March 31, 2024
Click here to apply and for more information
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2024 HEALTHY CHOICES FUND
The Healthy Choices Fund (HCF) provides financial support for health promotion and prevention activities within the Northwest Territories. It aims to address risk factors associated with chronic and communicable diseases, as well as injury prevention.
Deadline for Proposals March 31, 2024
Click here to apply and for more information
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CANADA ARTS PRESENTATION FUND (CAPF) - PRESENTER SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS SUB-COMPONENT
The Presenter Support Organizations sub-component provides financial assistance to organizations that offer activities and services to arts presenters (professional arts festivals and performing arts series presenters) in order to strengthen the arts presentation sector.
Deadline for Proposals April 1, 2024
Click here to apply and for more information
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CIRA NET GOOD GRANTS
CIRA Net Good Grants funds community-led internet projects to build a resilient, trusted and secure internet for all Canadians.
Deadline for Proposals April 10, 2024
Click here to apply and for more information
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Beyond Talk, Towards Action: Climate Caucus Summit 2024
This important annual event brings together local elected leaders representing communities of all sizes from coast to coast to coast to discuss and workshop practical local climate solutions.
Registration Opens April 1, 2024
Click here to register or for more information
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UPCOMING ENGAGEMENTS
Case Study: Edmonton's Zoning Bylaw Renewal
Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 12 pm MT
Rural and Small Communities Call: Introducing Resilient Rurals
Friday, April 26, 2024 at 11 am MT
Increasing Affordability Through Municipal Climate Action
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on your community and taking action on climate change? Are you eager to learn more about how municipalities can play a crucial role in addressing climate change while increasing affordability? Join Climate Caucus for this webinar series!
You can sign up for any of these FREE events. The next in the series is Monday, April 15, 2024 at 11 am MT - Transportation
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 11 am MT - Governance
Click here to register and see events at the Climate Caucus Calendar
Introduction to Climate Caucus
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LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY PUBLIC SITTINGS | |
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COMMITTEE EVENTS AND BRIEFINGS
Committee Week for the 20th Legislative Assembly begins on Monday, April 8, 2024. In the meantime, check the Legislative Assembly Calendar for Upcoming Events, including Public Briefings on the Missing Persons Act and an MLAs vs Media Ultimate Hockey Faceoff.
YEAR AT-A-GLANCE
Click here for more information.
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CORONAVIRUS DISEASE (COVID-19) RESOURCES
The NWTAC has created a toolkit filled with resources to help our communities deal with the Coronavirus.
Go to the link below to get updated information from the Federal and Territorial governments as well as educational resources to keep your community healthy.
COVID-19 POSTERS & SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS AVAILABLE FOR USE IN YOUR COMMUNITY AND ON YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA
Link to Coronavirus Toolkit
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