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R.J. Simpson

@rjsimpson_nwt

Premier of the Northwest Territories

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Great discussion with Yukon Premier Ranj Pillai, Northwest Territories Premier R.J. Simpson and the The Wilson Center on our shared interests with the U.S. in Arctic security and economic development in the North.

Great discussion with Yukon Premier <a href="/RanjPillai1/">Ranj Pillai</a>, Northwest Territories Premier <a href="/RJSimpson_NWT/">R.J. Simpson</a> and the <a href="/TheWilsonCenter/">The Wilson Center</a> on our shared interests with the U.S. in Arctic security and economic development in the North.
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Premier Ranj Pillai, Premier R.J. Simpson, and I met with Stig Piras, Deputy Chief at the Embassy of Denmark, and Greenland Representative Kenneth Hough. Strengthening circumpolar ties is key as we collaborate on economic development, climate action, and Arctic security

Premier <a href="/RanjPillai1/">Ranj Pillai</a>, Premier <a href="/RJSimpson_NWT/">R.J. Simpson</a>, and I met with Stig Piras, Deputy Chief at the Embassy of Denmark, and Greenland Representative Kenneth Hough. Strengthening circumpolar ties is key as we collaborate on economic development, climate action, and Arctic security
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Une autre première historique : trois premiers ministres canadiens autochtones – membres des Métis, des Premières Nations et des Inuits – réunis à Washington.

Une autre première historique : trois premiers ministres canadiens autochtones – membres des Métis, des Premières Nations et des Inuits – réunis à Washington.
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Yesterday, I had a productive day of meetings with bipartisan members of Congress, and American and Canadian business leaders. We were also invited to the White House to meet with senior advisors to President Trump.

Yesterday, I had a productive day of meetings with bipartisan members of Congress, and American and Canadian business leaders. We were also invited to the White House to meet with senior advisors to President Trump.
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Premier Simpson issued the following statement today in response to the latest round of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration and the Canadian government’s newly announced countermeasures. Read the full statement: gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/pr…

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Aujourd’hui, le premier ministre Simpson a fait la déclaration suivante en réponse à la dernière série de tarifs douaniers imposés par l’administration Trump et aux contre‑mesures nouvellement annoncées par le gouvernement canadien: gov.nt.ca/fr/newsroom/de…

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Developing northern resources is not just an economic opportunity—it’s a chance for Canada to secure its place as a global leader in the critical minerals economy and Arctic security thehub.ca/2025/03/05/r-j…

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Today, Prime Minister Mark Carney visited Iqaluit. The decision to visit the North as part of his first domestic trip underscores the importance of Arctic sovereignty and security to Canada’s national agenda. Read my full statement gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/pr…

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Today, I announced changes to Ministerial portfolios and senior leadership within the Government of the Northwest Territories to better align leadership across government to support the delivery of the Priorities of the 20th Legislative Assembly. gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/pr…

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Le premier ministre R. J. Simpson annonce des changements aux portefeuilles ministériels et à la haute direction du gouvernement des Territoires du Nord-Ouest (GTNO). gov.nt.ca/fr/newsroom/le…

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The North is Canada’s next horizon of opportunity—rich in resources, strategically positioned, and home to resilient communities that embody the spirit of this nation. Read my full op-ed here: thehub.ca/2025/04/22/pre…

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Le Nord est la prochaine destination du Canada en ce qui concerne les possibilités – il s’agit en effet d’une région riche en ressources et au positionnement stratégique qui abrite des collectivités résilientes incarnant les ambitions de notre nation. x.com/RJSimpson_NWT/…

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The tragic events at the Lapu Lapu Day festival in Vancouver have left many of us grieving. To the victims, their families, and the Filipino community — in the NWT and across Canada — my heart is with you. You can read my full statement here: gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/pr…

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Thanks to the Northwest Territory Métis Nation for hosting last week's intergovernmental meeting in Hay River! We had meaningful discussions on housing, land, economic inclusion, and public safety. Excited for our partnership's momentum and what we can achieve together!

Thanks to the Northwest Territory Métis Nation for hosting last week's intergovernmental meeting in Hay River! 

We had meaningful discussions on housing, land, economic inclusion, and public safety. Excited for our partnership's momentum and what we can achieve together!
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Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Treaty Land Entitlement Agreement and renaming with Chief Thaidene Paulette, Grand Chief Trevor Mercredi, and the Tthebatthıe Dëne Sųłıné Nation! Thank you for the warm welcome!

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Treaty Land Entitlement Agreement and renaming with Chief Thaidene Paulette, Grand Chief Trevor Mercredi, and the Tthebatthıe Dëne Sųłıné Nation! Thank you for the warm welcome!
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I’m delighted to welcome my fellow Western Premiers and their teams to the Northwest Territories. I look forward to meaningful discussion on international trade and tariffs, economic and energy corridors, Arctic security and sovereignty, housing, and emergency preparedness.

I’m delighted to welcome my fellow Western Premiers and their teams to the Northwest Territories. 

I look forward to  meaningful discussion on international trade and tariffs, economic and energy corridors, Arctic security and sovereignty, housing, and emergency preparedness.
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Je suis ravi d’accueillir les premiers ministres de l’Ouest et leurs équipes aux TNO. On discutera de commerce international, de tarifs douaniers, de corridors économiques et énergétiques, de sécurité et souveraineté dans l’Arctique, de logement et de préparation aux urgences.

Je suis ravi d’accueillir les premiers ministres de l’Ouest et leurs équipes aux TNO. On discutera de commerce international, de tarifs douaniers, de corridors économiques et énergétiques, de sécurité et souveraineté dans l’Arctique, de logement et de préparation aux urgences.
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I was pleased to meet with grade six students from Princess Alexandra school in Hay River this morning and answer their questions. Thanks to all the students and teachers who travelled from Hay River to visit the Legislative Assembly and meet with us!

I was pleased to meet with grade six students from Princess Alexandra school in Hay River this morning and answer their questions. Thanks to all the students and teachers who travelled from Hay River to visit the Legislative Assembly and meet with us!
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At the WPC Conference, we aligned international trade with energy/economic corridors to boost competitiveness; reviewed emergency protocols & housing for Indigenous & remote communities; and approved a communiqué on Arctic security, affordable housing & emergency response.

At the WPC Conference, we aligned international trade with energy/economic corridors to boost competitiveness; reviewed emergency protocols &amp; housing for Indigenous &amp; remote communities; and approved a communiqué on Arctic security, affordable housing &amp; emergency response.
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Premier P.J. Akeeagok has announced he won’t be seeking re-election this fall. I want to thank him for his leadership, his friendship, and his commitment to Nunavut and to the North. Qujannamiik, P.J. Statement link: gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/pr…