Archive: Mimi Kennedy-Chassie

October 4, 2019

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October 2, 2019

The Yellowknife Geoscience Forum provides an intimate setting for delegates from industry, academia, and government to exchange information on Mineral and Petroleum Exploration, Mining Activities, and Geoscience Research in Canada’s North. The Forum consists of a trade show and a technical program. The technical program for the 2019 Yellowknife Geoscience Forum is seeking oral and poster presentations on Geoscience & Environmental Science Research and Geoscience-Related topics. The technical program sessions for 2019 are described on the website and include: Geoscience & Environmental Science Research Geoscience & Exploration Diamond Geology & Exploration Energy in Canada’s North Environmental Monitoring & Research Permafrost…

October 1, 2019

News from the Executive Director Desk

August 28, 2019

Canadian Fire Safety Association News – Proposed Amendment to Model National Building and Fire Code 2015

August 14, 2019

Northern communities now have access to two new standardization resources that provide important strategies to integrate climate resiliency into building and infrastructure design, guides and codes. Specifically, CSA Group recently published: A new standard – Planning, Design, Operation, and Maintenance of Municipal Wastewater Treatment in Northern Communities using Lagoon and Wetland Systems (CSA W203:19) (link is external); and  An updated guidance document – PLUS 4011: Technical Guide: Infrastructure in Permafrost: A guideline for climate change adaptation (link is external).  Canadians can access these standards for free until June 2024, while the usual fee is waived thanks to funding the Standards…

July 2, 2019

Centura Flooring Lunch & Learn Friday, July 19, 2019 – 12:00pm Katimavik A, Explorer Hotel (Yellowknife, NT) Registration: Free.  [RSVP to nsalha@centura.ca by July 15.] Nadine Salha, Architectural & Design Representative, will present on Forbo Sheet Vinyl (Homogenous, Heterogenous, Acoustic, & Slip Resistant), Dura Multi Sports Floor, Flexco Rubber & Vinyl Base, American Biltrite Rubber Sheet & Tile, and LVT. Centura AD Lunch n Learn Flyer

June 4, 2019

The Northwest Territories and Nunavut Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists (NAPEG) Education Foundation may award up to two scholarships per year in the amount of seven thousand five hundred dollars ($7,500.00) each. The purpose is to provide financial assistance to Northwest Territories or Nunavut resident member engineers and geoscientists who are furthering their studies in engineering or geoscience. Terms of Reference and Application Form Applications must be received by the Secretary-Treasurer by the 15th of August. The application should be addressed: Secretary-Treasurer NAPEG Education Foundation 201, 4817 – 49th Street Yellowknife, NT X1A 3S7 Phone: (867) 920-4055 Fax: (867)…

May 24, 2019

NWT MINING WEEK Schedule of Events – Yellowknife (June 1-8) Mining is the cornerstone of the NWT economy and a rich and diverse part of the territory’s history. NWT Mining Week celebrates the industry’s vital role in our territory’s past, present and future.   Special events are being held in Yellowknife to mark the occasion. They’re free and open to everyone!   Saturday, June 1, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 62nd Annual Mine Rescue Competition Hosted by Workers’ Safety & Compensation Commission Multiplex/Fieldhouse Parking Lot   Saturday, June 1, 12-3 p.m Miners’ Picnic Hosted by Workers’ Safety & Compensation Commission Multiplex/Fieldhouse Parking Lot…

May 22, 2019

The Standing Committee on Government Operations is interested in hearing your views on Bills 42: An Act to Amend the Petroleum Tax Act, and 43: An Act to Amend the Income Tax Act. Seeking Public Feedback on Bills Before Committee 19-05-21 For questions or submissions, contact Jennifer Franki-Smith, Committee Clerk at (867) 767-9130 ext. 12009 or by email at jennifer_franki-smith@gov.nt.ca.  

April 24, 2019

Deadline to apply for the NW T Mining Incentive Program is April 26. Please follow the link below to get information and to apply. NWT Mining Incentive Program