Lucy Kuptana

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- Her favourite word is housing.
MLA for Nunakput
Won her last election, in 2023, with 68% of the vote.
Three days ago
Spoke in the Legislative Assembly on Recognition Of Visitors In The Gallery(reversion) Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I'd like to recognize Mr. Terry Testart and his wife Maureen Marshall, former residents of the Nunakput riding and a …
Spoke in the Legislative Assembly on Question 748-20(1): Northern United Place Energy Efficiency Renewal Project Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Again, thank you to the Member for the emphasis on how important this project is, especially for downtown Yellowknife, affordable housing, Aurora …
Spoke in the Legislative Assembly on Member's Statement 695-20(1): Congratulations to Graduates in Nunakput Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to commend the high school graduates of 2025 in the Nunakput riding. These young people have persevered …
Spoke in the Legislative Assembly on Minister's Statement 142-20(1): Smoking Prohibition in Housing NWT Units Mr. Speaker, ensuring the health and well-being of all residents in the Northwest Territories is an essential work of this government. The NWT is falling behind …
Mentioned by gov.nt.ca Lucy Kuptana: Smoking Prohibition in Housing NWT Units Lucy Kuptana: Smoking Prohibition in Housing NWT Units
This week
Spoke in the Legislative Assembly on Question 745-20(1): Support for Seniors Aging in Place Thank you, Mr. Speaker. That's a difficult question because the seniors are encompassed in the entire public housing program, so the local housing organizations manage our …
Spoke in the Legislative Assembly on Question 737-20(1): Transitional Housing Supports in Small Communities Thank you, Mr. Speaker. In this Cabinet, we are discussing housing all the time with the different departments, including justice and health and education, eulture and …
Spoke in the Legislative Assembly on Motion 56-20(1): Code of Conduct Referral to the Standing Committee on Procedure and Privileges, Carried Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, first of all, I respect everyone's viewpoint, and I don't want to be stifling or suppressing any type of freedom …
Spoke in the Legislative Assembly on Minister's Statement 135-20(1): 2025 Canadian Biomass Award Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, today I am proud to recognize the outstanding achievement of staff at Housing NWT who were recently honoured with the …
Mentioned by gov.nt.ca Lucy Kuptana: 2025 Canadian Biomass Award Lucy Kuptana: 2025 Canadian Biomass Award
Spoke in the Legislative Assembly on Minister's Statement 131-20(1): Capital Delivery Status Update Mr. Speaker, this government is committed to building more homes for Northerners. This commitment is strongly supported by a large new incremental investment in housing totaling …
Mentioned by gov.nt.ca Lucy Kuptana: Capital Delivery Status Update Lucy Kuptana: Capital Delivery Status Update
A week ago
Spoke in the Legislative Assembly on Question 680-20(1): Nova Apartments Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, Nova Apartments in Inuvik has been an ongoing issue over the last ten years. Both you and I know it, …
Spoke in the Legislative Assembly on Minister's Statement 125-20(1): Homelessness Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, homelessness is a complex issue that affects all of our communities. The rising cost of living, addictions, and climate emergencies …
Mentioned by gov.nt.ca Lucy Kuptana: Homelessness Lucy Kuptana: Homelessness
Spoke in the Legislative Assembly on Question 672-20(1): Advocating for Support for Housing Programs in the Northwest Territories Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I think this question is important because the work they're doing in the Akaitcho territory, talking about the conditions of homes in …
Three weeks ago
Mentioned by gov.nt.ca Minister Lucy Kuptana addresses injustices faced by Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ individuals on Red Dress Day Minister Lucy Kuptana addresses injustices faced by Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ individuals on Red Dress Day
Three months ago
Mentioned by CBC Smoking to be banned in N.W.T. public housing units, minister says Smoking to be banned in N.W.T. public housing units, minister says
Mentioned by CBC.ca Smoking to be banned in N.W.T. public housing units, minister says Smoking to be banned in N.W.T. public housing units, minister says
Mentioned by CKLB News Private smoking in public housing to be butted out across the NWT Private smoking in public housing to be butted out across the NWT
Mentioned by Cabin Radio GNWT will move to end smoking in social housing GNWT will move to end smoking in social housing
Mentioned by Government of Northwest Territories Lucy Kuptana: Partnerships in Housing: Local Housing Organizations Lucy Kuptana: Partnerships in Housing: Local Housing Organizations
Mentioned by Government of Northwest Territories Lucy Kuptana: Partnerships in Housing: Local Housing Organizations Lucy Kuptana: Partnerships in Housing: Local Housing Organizations
Mentioned by Government of Northwest Territories Lucy Kuptana: International Women’s Day 2025 Lucy Kuptana: International Women’s Day 2025