LAWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Immigration

Apr 16: The Government of Northwest Territories (GNWT) announced that June 22 is the deadline for employers to submit expression of interest profiles for the next Expression of Interest draw for the Nominee Program’s Employer-Driven Stream. Although the intake system has changed, the mandatory eligibility criteria remain the same.

Action Point: Find out what companies and their HR directors need to know to navigate the immigration law maze.

New Laws

Apr 1: The GNWT is now accepting applications for Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund (LCELF) grants for projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and fossil fuel use. Eligible projects include building energy retrofits, renewable and biomass heating systems, fuel switching, waste-to-energy initiatives, methane capture, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Deadline to apply: March 31, 2027.

Training

Mar 24: The federal CanNor program announced that it will provide up to $600,000 to the Northern Safety Association to bring 30 workplace health and safety courses online to make them accessible to workers across the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. The new virtual offerings will cover key topics ranging from working around heavy equipment to general well-being and mental wellness.

Health & Safety

Apr 1: The Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC) reminded employers of their OHS duty to take ergonomic measures to protect workers against sprains, strains, tears, and other musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs). The three industries with the highest incidents of ergonomic injuries in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut are (in order): i. Government organizations; ii. Retail industry and personal care workers; and iii. Construction and trades.

Action Point: Find out about the 5 keys to implementing an effective ergonomics program to prevent MSIs at your workplace.

CASES

There are no cases to mention this month.