In N.W.T., support wavers from 2 Akaitcho First Nations on major infrastructure projects

Published on September 11, 2026
Two Akaitcho First Nations say the N.W.T. government needs to offer more, and do a better job of including them in consultations, should it ever gain their approval on major infrastructure projects. One nation has already pulled its support for two projects, but the territory’s deputy premier says any outstanding issues can be worked on.