The new Division of Provinces in Canada reflects the changes in Northwest Territories Province. The province of
Northwest Territories census regions are Numbered. There are 2 Regions in Northwest Territories.
Canada Business Services Centre - Northwest Territories
Portal to government information for business development, launches and expansion. Includes a site search and help,
contacts, about the department and profile, services and standards with links to related resources.
Department of Education, Culture & Employment
Mission of the Department is to invest and provide for the development of the people of the Northwest Territories, enabling
them to reach their full potential, to lead fulfilled lives and to contribute to a strong and prosperous society.
Department of Finance Responsible for obtaining the financial resources to carry on the functions of government and for intergovernmental fiscal
negotiating and arrangements. The territorial government has a budget of more than one billion dollars.
Department of Health and Social Services Administers a broad range of
health and social programs that promote, maintain and enhance the health and well-being of individuals and families.
Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment
Contains the Diamonds division, the Minerals, Oil and Gas division, the Investment and Economic Analysis division,
the Industrial Initiatives division, the NWT Film Commission and the Tourism and Parks division.
Department of Justice Responsible for the administration of justice; operates the
corrections system, in addition to the courts. Also provides legal support services to other government departments, operates the Public
Trustee's office, the Coroner's Office and Legal Aid Services.
Department of Municipal and Community Affairs
Responsible for the development and empowerment of community governments. Also provides services to local governments such
as financial planning, training of municipal employees, planning for local capital projects.
Department of Resources, Wildlife and Economic Development Protection and
management of our northern environment, and responsible for developing economic opportunities to support the people of
the North. RWED's aim is to balance a healthy and prosperous economy with a healthy environment.
Department of the Executive
Provides support and advice to Cabinet. It is composed of three distinct programs each under the authority of a different
minister. Includes the Commissioner's Office, and the Premier's Office.
Department of Transportation
Includes information on public contracts, ferry and highway information, and The Transporter newsletter.
Financial Management Board Secretariat Provides support for the
Financial Management Board. The Board is the financial arm of the Cabinet, and is chaired by the Minister of Finance.
GNWT: Department of the Executive
Official website includes a list of initiatives, overview of publications, related links, and contact details.
GNWT: Office of the Premier Official website of the Premier.
Includes details on his initiatives, calendar of events, photographs, and contact information.
Sahtu Land and Water Board Regional authority for Land Use
Permits and Water Licenses for the Sahtu claim area covering 280,238 square kilometres including Great Bear Lake.
The Beaufort/Delta Self Government Negotiations Office
Established in 1996 to negotiate a joint self government agreement on behalf of the Inuvialuit Regional Corporation
and the Gwich'in Tribal Council, located in Inuvik, NT.
Workers' Compensation Board Covers both the NWT and Nunavut. Includes statistics, regulations, and related links.