Government of the Northwest Territories
Work wellbeing score is 67 out of 100
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Work wellbeing score is Below average, 67 out of 100

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Average

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Below average

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About the company

  • Company size
    1,001 to 5,000
  • Revenue
    $1,3bn to $6,4bn (CAD)
  • Industry
    Government & Public Administration
  • Headquarters
    Yellowknife
  • Link
    Government of the Northwest Territories website

The Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories has 19 members and functions in much the same way as a provincial legislature, except that there are no political parties. Operating under a consensus system, six Ministers and a Premier are elected by the members of the Assembly to form the Executive Council, also called the Cabinet. There is a Commissioner who fulfills a role similar to that of a Lieutenant Governor in the provinces.

The NWT is in the federal electoral riding of Western Ar...

The Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories has 19 members and functions in much the same way as a provincial legislature, except that there are no political parties. Operating under a consensus system, six Ministers and a Premier are elected by the members of the Assembly to form the Executive Council, also called the Cabinet. There is a Commissioner who fulfills a role similar to that of a Lieutenant Governor in the provinces.

The NWT is in the federal electoral riding of Western Arctic and has one Member of Parliament and one Senator.

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3.69 out of 5 stars.20193.00 out of 5 stars.20203.67 out of 5 stars.20213.33 out of 5 stars.20223.25 out of 5 stars.2023

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Northwest Territories
on 26 July 2023
Great experience by working with first nations and learning their history
What is the best part of working at the company?The experience I have gained working with first nation by learning there history and part take in the activities were a learning process for awareness. Which lead me more to understand the importance of embracing other beliefs.What is the most stressful part about working at the company?The accessibility of goods and services.What is the wo...
Correctional Officer in Yellowknife, NT
on 28 July 2023
Good pay but toxic environment
Keep your head down and do your work. Do not get involved with office politics. Money is good. Staff is 50% good 50% bad. Can be incredibly disorganized at times.
Manager of Operations in Yellowknife, NT
on 29 June 2023
Has its moments
Depends largely on who is in senior management.There is a lot of confusion as policies change.There is a lot of lattitude in setting guidelines between units which makes it hard for consistancy
Senior Administrative Coordinator in Yellowknife, NT
on 29 May 2023
Challenging, great experience!
If you like a challenge and to be kept busy, then this is the position for you! I enjoyed my time in the GNWT as both Administrative Assistant and Senior Administrative Coordinator.
help desk Specialist in Yellowknife, NT
on 6 December 2022
lots of work to do
There is always lots of work available to do with a varying amount of persons able to do that work. If you happen to be one of those persons who comes to work on time and ready to work the day is your oyster as you will be able to do all of your work plus the work of those that do not show up.

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