If an emergency happens in your community, it may take emergency workers some time to reach you. Having an emergency plan and kit ensures you and your household are prepared. You should be ready to...
This Annual Report provides information about the NWT’s emergency management system, the key risks facing communities, major response activities, and the main areas where the system needs to continue...
The following document includes a table identifying the Government of the Northwest Territories, the Department of Municipal and Community Affairs and the NWT Emergency Management Organization...
The Northwest Territories 9-1-1 Act was passed by the Legislative Assembly in May 2019, and NWT 9-1-1 officially launched in November 2019. This Annual Report provides an overview of program...
Lithium-ion batteries store a lot of energy in a small place. These batteries can overheat, start a fire, or explode if overcharged or damaged. By learning how to BUY, CHARGE, and RECYCLE these...
Lithium-ion batteries supply power to many kinds of devices including smart phones, laptops, e-scooters and e-bikes, e-cigarettes, smoke alarms, toys, and even cars. If not used correctly, or if...
The AAR includes 35 recommendations of which the GNWT agrees with 26, generally agrees with five; partially agrees with three and disagrees with one. While the GNWT generally agrees with the five...