Mr. Shane Thompson's Speech  , and hydroelectric sources. By diversifying our energy portfolio, we can reduce our dependency on fossil fuels, mitigate environmental impact, and contribute to a greener more sustainable future. Wind and solar energy harnessed from the vast landscapes of the Northwest Territories hold immense

Mr. R.J. Simpson's Speech   started in the last government with government procurement. When I was a Regular Member in the 18th Assembly, I was quite frustrated seeing all of the contract dollars from the GNWT flow to southern companies. There are many things in the economy that are outside of our control. How we

Mr. R.J. Simpson's Speech   an NWT that is thriving, natural ecosystems that are thriving, cultures and languages that are thriving, economies that are thriving, self-governments that are thriving, and a system of cooperative governance that is unique in the world. This can be a reality. The 19 of us

Ms. Caroline Wawzonek's Speech   regions for a diverse and prosperous economy. And with this prosperity will come opportunities for residents to be healthy, educated, and ready to maximize their opportunities. I believe we can achieve this vision of health and prosperity because of the potential that exists in all

Ms. Kate Reid's Speech   and cultural scene. It's not enough to survive. We also need to thrive. Arts help shape the community's identity and creative outlets enhance well-being while also supporting the local economy. Collaborating with artists and artisans on what they identify is needed, like a sustainable

Mr. Kieron Testart's Speech   they deserve. A healthy community is a thriving community. Economic development is not a luxury. It is a necessity, especially with precious little time before the slated closure of the diamond mines and limited plans to offset the tremendous losses to our economy. I commit to champion

Member's Statement 1623-19(2): Strengthen and Diversity Northwest Territories Economy through Agriculture  Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, the territory desperately needs to strengthen and diversify our economy. Our residents must have access to healthy and affordable food, and the need for mental health supports is at an all-time high. There is one sector that can help us

Minister's Statement 377-19(2): Sessional Statement   of the mandate in key areas, including strengthening relationships with Indigenous governments and advancing reconciliation, providing improved social, economic, and governance supports for NWT communities and residents, and implementing efforts to grow, diversify, and sustain our economy

Mr. Rocky Simpson's Reply   here. You know, if we are going to have a remediation economy, we need to work to be done by the Northerners and, you know, that includes like, like we got larger companies here. Maybe they are not large enough but they, you know, they are the ones that also got to step up and bid

Ms. Chinna's Reply   of John T'sellie, being the first MLA representing the Sahtu. With his passion to work in respect of Indigenous rights and treaties, we then evolved into the days of Stephen Kakfwi, who served as Minister and former Premier, who led the territory towards the economy and fueled our

Mr. Jacobson's Reply   for schools such as lack of counsellors, you know, mental health supports for our youth, high school dropout rates, the addictions and substance abuse, the economy such as high cost of food, fuel, power, lack of employment in our communities. We're resource rich and cash poor in our

Committee Motion 510-19(2): Bill 65: Builders' Lien Act - New Clause 93.1, Carried   that with the proposed amendments in Bill 84, including the new name for the organization, we will be able to do more and do things differently to better support Northwest Territories businesses, contributing to a stronger and more diversified economy. That concludes my opening remarks, Madam Chair

Question 1638-19(2): Cameron HIlls Gas Field Remediation and Liabilities  Thank you, Mr. Speaker. And I feel the love from the Member. I greatly appreciate it. And it's the last set of questions, so thank you very much. On a serious side, Mr. Speaker, ECC is working with ITI and various levels of governments on building a remediation economy

Member's Statement 1622-19(2): Mining Promotion   industry applications, including electric cars. And lithium is ion batteries which plays an important role in the global transition to an economy that runs on a green energy. Mr. Speaker, this project has a potential to be the NWT entry into the global lithium market. We must of course

Member's Statement 1632-19(2): Northwest Territories Power Corporation  , that I am somebody who is strongly in favour of the expansion of the Taltson expansion dam. Mr. Speaker, there are tonnes of potential that a mega project such as the Talston hydro expansion can bring to the economy and the residents of the NWT. For example, given that such a large