The community of Enterprise will resume its self governance in January with a new mayor and council.
This past spring, following the dismissal of council, to manage local government services and processes, an Administrator appointed. Since that time, hamlet leadership has continued to plan the move forward.
In May, a facilitator was retained to help the Administrator engage the community in developing a strategic roadmap forward. The community has faced a number of obstacles to re-organize, following the devastating fires and floods of 2023.
Grant Hood, who is the Municipal Administrator for the Hamlet, has been appointed as municipal supervisor, and Lorie Fyfe and Bobby Bourque have been appointed deputy supervisors. Hood, Fyfe and Bourque will provide oversight, ensure sound governance practices and support the new council as it assumes its responsibilities.
According to an announcement issued earlier this week by the GNWT, an election had been scheduled for December, but the positions have been filled automatically.
“An election for a new Mayor and councillors was scheduled for December 8, 2025. Since only four people submitted their names, everyone will be automatically acclaimed because not enough candidates nominated themselves to require any votes. One vacant councillor will be filled later,” said reps with the GNWT in the announcement.
“The new council’s term will start at 12:00 pm on January 6, 2026, or upon their swearing in. The Administration Order will also be revoked at 12:00 pm on January 6, 2026, officially ending the Administration period and beginning the Supervision period,” said officials.
Municipal and Community Affairs Minister Vince McKay said that the return to self-governance marks an “important milestone” for the community.
“The return to local governance is an important milestone for the Hamlet of Enterprise and reflects the significant work done to address the challenges that led to administration. While meaningful progress has been achieved, a period of supervision will ensure the new council has the guidance, oversight, and stability it needs as it resumes its responsibilities. This continued support will help strengthen governance, reinforce accountability, and build a strong and sustainable future for residents.”
Once council resumes, Enterprise will remain under a one-year “supervision order” beginning Jan. 6. During this time, the municipal supervisor will provide oversight and will monitor decisions while providing leadership support for governance and financial management.
According to the announcement, Enterprise residents can reach out to the municipal supervisor or the deputy supervisors regarding concerns or questions related to governance, financial matters or operational issues during the supervision period.
