Information sessions and talks on updates about the proposed Mackenzie Valley Highway project are coming soon, says the GNWT. Six engagement sessions are scheduled to be held in person between February to March at six different locations in the territory from Norman Wells, to Délı̨nę, Tulita, Fort Good Hope, Colville Lake and Fort Simpson.
Michael Lapointe,with the GNWT’s department of Infrastructure says that the public engagements will include updates on the environmental assessments.
“The sessions will provide an update on the Mackenzie Valley Highway Project, including an update on the environmental assessment process and timelines for regulatory milestones. Updates will also include planned engagement on multiple topics beginning in 2026 and ongoing through construction of the Project. Topics will include development of the Community Readiness Strategy, Corridor Working Group and Sub-Working Groups, and management plans for the Project,” said Lapointe.
The sessions will be held in English with simultaneous translation into North Slavey or South Slavey depending on the community in which the sessions are held.
GNWT’s department of Infrastructure said that the sessions will offer attendees a chance to hear where the project is at, learn about “upcoming” work, ask questions and share feedback.
The sessions are scheduled to take place in person on the following dates and locations:
• Feb 9: Norman Wells, Melnyk Hall at the Legion, 6pm
• Feb 10: Délı̨nę, Délı̨nę Arena Hall, 6pm
• Feb 11: Tulita Community Hall (Arena), 6pm
• Feb 12: Fort Good Hope Community Hall, 6pm
• Feb 13: Colville Lake Community Hall, 12pm
• Mar 4: Fort Simpson, Recreation Centre (Community Hall), 6pm
Anyone who would like more information can head to https://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/en/MVH or email MVH@gov.nt.ca.
