NWT Premier R.J. Simpson has given his stamp of approval on the 2024 federal budget.

SA国际影视传媒淚 was pleased to see CanadaSA国际影视传媒檚 recent announcement of investments in Arctic security,SA国际影视传媒� stated Simpson on April 17.

He noted the GNWTSA国际影视传媒檚 engagement with the federal government was limited this year due to the wildfire crisis last summer.

SA国际影视传媒淧rotecting the Arctic is about making sure even CanadaSA国际影视传媒檚 most northern and remote communities have robust infrastructure to support emergency response, transportation and communication needs. Working collaboratively with the federal government to close our infrastructure gaps will help ensure that our efforts to protect the Arctic are holistic, sustainable, and effective.

SA国际影视传媒淎s floods, wildfires, and other natural disasters increase, we must prioritize public safety and enhance emergency preparedness. We must also remember that the programs and support we develop for climate change emergencies are culturally appropriate and are informed by and respectful of Indigenous knowledge, traditions, and values.SA国际影视传媒�

Simpson said he was also pleased with the announcement for $8.5 billion for housing through the Canada Housing Fund, expressing that he felt SA国际影视传媒渙ptimisticSA国际影视传媒� and would work with the federal and Indigenous governments to improve housing in the NWT.

Another area the NWT premier highlighted was funding for mental health, particularly the $500 million fund for community health organizations to care for the mental health of young people, as well as $630 million towards mental health services for Indigenous groups. He noted the focus on youth was particularly welcome.

SA国际影视传媒淚nvesting in youth is an investment in the future of our nation,SA国际影视传媒� he said. SA国际影视传媒淲e applaud this proactive approach and hope to see the impacts of this in the NWT.SA国际影视传媒�

He also highlighted a $5-million grant for Denendeh Development CorporationSA国际影视传媒檚 DemCo project, which is working to establish an Indigenous-led critical mineral exploration and mining industry and $5.2 million over the next two years to the Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning.

Overall, Simpson had little bad to say about the budget, noting as a small jurisdiction the NWT has not been forgotten in the shuffle.

SA国际影视传媒淭he territorial government appreciates the complexity of setting priorities and making responsible financial decisions geared towards long-term stability and sustainability,SA国际影视传媒� he said. SA国际影视传媒淎s a small jurisdiction within Canada, we are one of many voices in the nation, and we must continue to champion the uniqueness, diversity, and opportunities present in the North.

SA国际影视传媒淭he Government of the Northwest Territories will continue to work hard to strengthen our relationship with the federal government alongside Indigenous government and community partners. We look forward to working with Canada to address the unique needs of the NWT to build a safe, prosperous territory for generations to come.SA国际影视传媒�