1. How many dollars were spent in goods and services, wages and benefits by mineral exploration companies for work performed in the Northwest Territories?

In 1992, mineral exploration companies spent an estimated $38 million on goods and services in the search for minerals in the Northwest Territories. An additional $1.4 million in expenditures went towards personnel costs/travel. 1993 expenditures are not available.

2. How much of the total dollars spent is going to NWT businesses and individuals?

In 1992, northern purchases of goods and services totalled an estimated $11.4 million. Of personnel costs and travel, $14,000 was northern. 1993 expenditures are not available.

3. How much of total dollars spent is going to aboriginal companies and individuals?

This information is not available.

This information is from a study (draft two) being done by private consultants under contract to the Department of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources.