Northern Politics and Government

Premier Adjusts Deputy Minister Responsibilities
Jun 6, 2008 – Iqaluit – Premier Paul Okalik has realigned Deputy Minister responsibilities as the second legislative assembly continues to work towards realizing the goals of Pinasuaqtavut. Aluki Rojas will leave her post... Read the rest

Nunavut Legislative Assembly Approves Official Languages Act
Jun 5, 2008 – Iqaluit – The Nunavut Legislative Assembly has passed an Official Languages Act marking a significant achievement in the second legislative assembly’s stated goal of strengthening Inuit culture. “This is... Read the rest

Nunavut Corporate Registry Goes Electronic
Jun 3, 2008 – Iqaluit – Physical location within Nunavut will no longer be an obstacle to speedy processing of corporate registrations. The Department of Justice has taken a key first step in modernizing... Read the rest

Premier Roland secures support for Key NWT Priorities from Western Premiers
Jun 2, 2008 – Yellowknife -- Northwest Territories (NWT) Premier Floyd Roland promoted his vision for the NWT and secured the support of his fellow Premiers on priority issues for the Northwest Territories –... Read the rest

Minister’s Advisory Panel to Help M.A.P. NWT's Economic Future
May 28, 2008 – Yellowknife - The creation of a Minister’s Advisory Panel (MAP) to serve as a resource for decisions regarding the NWT’s economy was announced yesterday by the Minister of Industry, Tourism... Read the rest

Northerners Must Manage the North
May 28, 2008 – Yellowknife - Northerners must be allowed to make decisions concerning their own economic future, Northwest Territories (NWT) Premier Floyd Roland reiterated today. Responding to calls from the World Wildlife Federation... Read the rest

Government of Nunavut Invests in Kugluktuk Infrastructure Projects
May 23, 2008 – Kugluktuk – Premier Paul Okalik along with MLA for Kugluktuk Joe Allen Evyagotailak today announced investments in critical infrastructure for Kugluktuk. Over $4.102 million will target improvements to the community’s water... Read the rest

Governor Palin Signs FY2009 Budgets: Vetoes $269M
May 23, 2008 – Anchorage, Alaska – Governor Sarah Palin signed into law House Bill 310, the FY2009 Operating Budget; House Bill 312, the FY2009 Mental Health Operating and Capital Budget; and Senate Bill... Read the rest

2008-09 Budget Targets Investments in the Future of the Northwest Territories
May 22, 2008 – Yellowknife – The Honourable Floyd K. Roland, Minister of Finance, presented the 2008-09 Budget Address for the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) in the Legislative Assembly today. “The Budget... Read the rest

GN to Build a New Office in Grise Fiord
Apr 23, 2008 – GRISE FIORD – Premier Paul Okalik, Minister of Community and Government Services Levinia Brown, and MLA for the High Arctic and Minister of Human Resources Levi Barnabas today announced plans... Read the rest

Palin Family Welcomes Fifth Child
Apr 18, 2008 – Anchorage, Alaska – Governor Sarah Palin and her husband Todd welcomed the arrival of their fifth child this morning. The Palins were thankful that the Governor’s labor began yesterday while... Read the rest

Premier Floyd Roland Congratulates Nellie Cournoyea on the Awarding of the Governor General’s Northern Medal
Apr 15, 2008 – Yellowknife – On behalf of the people of the Northwest Territories, Premier Floyd Roland, congratulates Nellie Cournoyea on receiving the Governor General’s Northern Medal. “Ms. Cournoyea has made an enormous... Read the rest

Palin Signs Aviation, Consumer Protection
Apr 9, 2008 – Juneau, Alaska - Governor Sarah Palin today signed two bills into law that will increase aviation safety and protect consumers from unfair and deceptive practices. Senate Bill 249, sponsored by... Read the rest

Governor Palin Announces Family Addition: Fifth child due in May
Mar 6, 2008 – Juneau, Alaska – Governor Sarah Palin announced she and her husband are expecting their fifth child. “Todd and I are five times blessed and couldn’t be happier,” Governor Palin said.... Read the rest

Yukon Leg to Re-Open March 20, 2008
Mar 6, 2008 – WHITEHORSE – Premier Dennis Fentie has announced the Speaker has been asked to reconvene the Yukon Legislative Assembly March 20. “Members of the Yukon Legislative Assembly will be considering the... Read the rest

Jim Clark Issues Statement: Alaskans are right to be disappointed and upset with me
Mar 3, 2008 – James F. (Jim) Clark, the chief of staff to former Governor Frank Murkowski, has issued the following statement: Alaskans are right to be disappointed and upset with me. I today pled... Read the rest

Governor Palin Reacts to Guilty Plea by Clark: Clark Apologizes to Alaskans, Issues Mea Culpa
Mar 3, 2008 – Juneau, Alaska – Governor Sarah Palin released the following statement with regard to James F. (Jim) Clark, the chief of staff to former Governor Frank Murkowski. "This is an indication... Read the rest

Governor Palin Appoints Yukon Panel Advisers
Feb 29, 2008 – Juneau, Alaska – Governor Sarah Palin today announced the appointment of eight advisers to the Yukon River Panel. The advisers assist the Yukon River Panel in achieving conservation of salmon... Read the rest

2008 Federal Budget Contains Good News for NWT
Feb 27, 2008 – YELLOWKNIFE – Yesterday’s federal Budget offered a number of initiatives that will benefit the North, said Northwest Territories (NWT) Premier and Minister of Finance Floyd Roland. “The Budget tabled yesterday... Read the rest

Yukon Government Appoints Territorial Court Judge
Feb 21, 2008 – WHITEHORSE – The Yukon government announced today the appointment of Michael Cozens as the third judge of the Territorial Court of Yukon. “Our government is pleased to appoint this highly... Read the rest

Governor Palin Announces Board Appointments
Feb 19, 2008 – Juneau Alaska - Governor Sarah Palin today announced appointments to the Alaska Police Standards Council, Council on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, Alaska Council on the Homeless, Alaska State Emergency... Read the rest

Governor Palin Appoints Fairbanks Superior Court Judge
Feb 19, 2008 – Juneau, Alaska - Governor Sarah Palin today appointed Paul Lyle to the Fairbanks Superior Court. He replaces the Honorable Niesje J. Steinkruger, who retired. Lyle, 54, currently serves as an... Read the rest

Governor Palin Signs House Bill 317
Feb 13, 2008 – Juneau, Alaska – Governor Sarah Palin today signed House Bill 317 into law. HB 317 eliminates the limit on compassionate gifts that a legislator or legislative employee may solicit, accept,... Read the rest

Yukoners Have Their Say on Changes to Municipal Act
Feb 12, 2008 – WHITEHORSE – The Yukon government, in collaboration with the Association of Yukon Communities (AYC), has launched a territory-wide public consultation to discuss amending the Yukon Municipal Act. “We are working... Read the rest

Governor Palin Signs ‘Safe Haven’ Bill Into Law: Bill allows parents to surrender newborns without prosecution
Feb 11, 2008 – Juneau, Alaska – Governor Sarah Palin signed House Bill 29 into law today. The “Safe Haven for Infants Act” passed the State House in May and passed the Senate on... Read the rest

Board of Game Appointee Withdraws Name
Feb 7, 2008 – Juneau, Alaska – Governor Sarah Palin today announced that she will submit an additional name to the Legislature for an open seat on the Board of Game. On Wednesday, Teresa... Read the rest

Proposed Parks Regulations Public Comment Deadline Extended
Feb 4, 2008 – WHITEHORSE – Environment Minister Dennis Fentie has extended the deadline for public comment on the proposed Yukon Parks Regulations to Feb. 18. The proposed regulations will allow Yukoners and visitors... Read the rest

Eni Works with Alaska on Major Oil Project: Company to develop 70 wells in Nikaitchuq oil field
Jan 26, 2008 – Juneau, Alaska – Governor Sarah Palin today commended the major investment announced by Italian oil giant Eni. The company will invest $1.45 billion developing the Nikaitchuq oil field. Eni expects... Read the rest

Governor Stands by AGIA Process
Jan 26, 2008 – Juneau, Alaska – Governor Sarah Palin today responded to claims made by ConocoPhillips regarding the State’s rejection of the company’s natural gas pipeline proposal, which was submitted outside the AGIA... Read the rest

Premier Fentie Appoints Elaine Taylor As Deputy Premier
Jan 23, 2008 – WHITEHORSE - Premier Dennis Fentie is pleased to announce the appointment of Elaine Taylor as Deputy Premier of the Yukon government. "Ms. Taylor has demonstrated her ability to fulfill the duties... Read the rest

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