Media Room
This section is designed to help reporters find information and resources they need, and to learn more about health and social services in the NWT.
Chronological listing of news releases issued by the Department.
Chronological listing of media advisories issued by the Department.
Public health advisories issued by the Department for residents of the NWT.
HSS Ministers' Speeches and Statements
Chronological listing of HSS Ministers' speeches and statements.
Information on who to contact for inquiries directed to the Minister's Office, the Department or HSS Authorities.
Transcript of proceedings in the Legislative Assembly.
Biography of the Minister of Health and Social Services plus a description of the Department and Authorities, and organization charts showing the relationship between various agencies of the HSS system.
Information on latest additions to the Department's public website.
Newsletters, brochures/information sheets and reports with statistical information specific to health and social conditions can be found within this section. Listed below are the five most recent reports:
- HSS Annual Report: 2006-2007
(October 2008) - The 2006 NWT Addictions Report
(July 2008) - Health Centre Services Report 2007
(July 2008) - Directions for Wellness : 2006-2007 - A Summary of First Nations and Inuit Health Branch Programs in the Northwest Territories
(March 2008) - NWT Action Plan for Persons with Disabilities
(February 2008)
Click here to access all online reports or other publications.
Provides information on various programs and services offered by the HSS system.
This section provides information on current legislation that is being administered by the Department and new legislative initiatives that focus on improving health and social services.
Access to Information and Protection of Privacy (ATIPP)
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If you are a reporter with a question for a story, or with comments about how the Media Room section could serve you better, contact:
Communications, Manager
Department of Health and Social Services
Phone: (867) 920-8927