Eliminating Zone Based Tax Benefits

0 Comments

On May 29, 2025, the Government of the Northwest Territories adopted Regulation R-038-2025, amending the Income Tax Regulations under the authority of section 33 of the Income Tax Act. The amended provision directly affects the

Payment Protection in Construction

0 Comments

The Builders’ Lien Regulations (R-031-2025), enacted under the authority of section 92 of the Builders’ Lien Act, set out the detailed administrative and procedural framework that supports the enforcement and application of builders’ lien rights

Ophthalmic Medical Assisting in the Northwest Territories

0 Comments

The amendments to the Ophthalmic Medical Assistants Regulations, under the authority of the Ophthalmic Medical Assistants Act, are outlined in a series of adjustments designed to clarify and update various provisions within the existing regulations.

Elevators and Lift Rules and Regulations

0 Comments

The Elevators and Lifts Act (R-047-2024), enacted on July 15, 2024, along with its accompanying Elevators and Lifts Regulations, establishes a framework for the installation, operation, and maintenance of elevating devices within its jurisdiction. These

Responding to the Heightened Fire Risk

0 Comments

The Forest Protection Act R-018-2024, enacted on May 10, 2024, addresses a critical situation regarding forest fire dangers in the Dehcho Region of the Northwest Territories, Canada. This legislation serves as a precautionary measure due

Regulatory Framework for Apprenticeship

0 Comments

The Apprenticeship, Trade and Occupation Certification Act (R-016-2024) serves as a regulatory framework for apprenticeship programs and the certification of trades and occupations within the Northwest Territories. This act is crucial for maintaining standards in

Efficient and Equitable Distribution of Carbon Tax Revenues

0 Comments

The Petroleum Products and Carbon Tax Act and its amendment R-009-2024, introduce changes to the regulations governing petroleum products and carbon taxation in the Northwest Territories (NWT). Under section 23 of the Act, the Minister

Disease Surveillance: Reporting Practices in Healthcare

0 Comments

The Public Health Act R-073-2023 introduces amendments to the Disease Surveillance Regulations, initially established by regulation R-096-2009. These changes, effective from October 16, 2023, are designed to enhance disease tracking and reporting procedures, thereby strengthening

Resource Limitations in Forest Fire Management

0 Comments

On September 14, 2023, the Forest Supervisor issued a directive under the Forest Protection Act due to an unusually high risk of forest fires in the North Slave Region of the Northwest Territories. The order