The Department of Resources, Wildlife and Economic Development have a number of programs that provide financial assistance to businesses in the Northwest Territories. These include the NWT Development Corporation, the NWT Business Credit Corporation, the Business Development Fund and Community Futures. It became apparent during the discussions that the roles and mandates of the different funds are not clear. Is the intent of these funds largely social, to assist communities where there is not much economic opportunity, or is it support for qualified northern businesses? Committee members feel it is time for these programs to project a clear idea of what the intent of these funds are; a social vehicle or an economic vehicle.
Floyd Roland on Department Of Resources, Wildlife And Economic Development -assistance Programs For Businesses
In the Legislative Assembly on November 3rd, 2000. See this statement in context.
Department Of Resources, Wildlife And Economic Development -assistance Programs For Businesses
Item 11: Reports Of Standing And Special Committees
November 2nd, 2000
Page 716
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