GNWT’s federal debt cap increased by 72% to $3.1 billion
Ottawa increased the NWT government’s federally imposed borrowing limit from $1.8 billion to $3.1 billion, granting the territory much-needed breathing room.
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MLAs endorse call for federal aid to Norman Wells
Ten regular MLAs backed a call to ask Ottawa for humanitarian aid to ease Norman Wells’ cost of living. Cabinet, which abstained, has 120 days to respond.
Feds, Northwest Territories agree on nature protection plan
Ottawa has entered into a multi-year agreement with the Northwest Territories that will see the latter work with local Indigenous governments in a bid to protect nature in the territory.
Canada, NWT sign ‘nature agreement’ to protect more land
Ottawa and the GNWT agreed fresh conservation funding, saying they will work with Indigenous governments and organizations to protect more of the territory.
NWT MP McLeod announces $10.3 million in wildfire prevention
Ottawa and the GNWT say they’re investing fresh money in firesmarting measures. Where much of it goes will be decided “at the local level,” a minister said.