Have Your Say: Budget Dialogues 2026

Press Release

May 13, 2026

Have your say on the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT)’s 2027-2028 budget and fiscal situation.

The Northwest Territories is navigating a period of economic transition as major resource projects wind down, global uncertainty grows, and costs continue to rise. At the same time, new opportunities are emerging through partnerships, infrastructure investment, and a renewed focus on building resilient communities and a more diversified economy for the future.

The Budget Dialogues 2026 are an opportunity to share your views on how the GNWT can ensure every dollar is spent in the best way to support the Priorities of the 20th Legislative Assembly and our territory’s needs.

The Minister of Finance will be hosting Town Hall sessions with the public. The first session will be hosted online on May 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM. All residents can join the discussion using the following link:

Budget Dialogues 2026: Public Session | Join meeting in Teams | Microsoft Teams

The Minister will also be hosting dedicated engagement sessions with representatives from Indigenous Governments, Community Governments, Business and Industry, NGOs.

All residents can provide feedback by completing a brief online survey. Go to the Have Your Say page to learn more.

For media requests, please contact:

Beau Stobbs
Senior Communications Officer
Executive and Indigenous Affairs
Government of the Northwest Territories
Email: EIA_FIN@gov.nt.ca

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