March 31, 2025 | Category: Government Updates

Changes in the Government of the Northwest Territories

Yellowknife, NT–Premier RJ Simpson announced changes to some ministerial portfolios and senior management today. Hon. Vince McKay was appointed Minister of Infrastructure, in addition to his current responsibilities as Minister of Municipal and Community Affairs, Minister Responsible for the Workers' Safety and Compensation Commission, and Minister Responsible for the Public Utilities Board.

Minister Caroline Wawzonek will continue as Minister of Finance, Minister Responsible for the Northwest Territories Power Corporation, and Deputy Premier. She will also become the Minister Responsible for Strategic Infrastructure, Energy and Supply Chains.

Cathy Maniego was appointed Deputy Minister of Infrastructure, replacing Steve Loutitt, who is retiring following an accomplished career in public service.

WESTAC looks forward to working with Minister McKay, Minister Wawzonek and Deputy Minister Meniego to tackle the transportation challenges in the northern territories.

Click here for the full announcement.

 

Hon. Vince McKay

Vince McKay was elected to the 20th Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories in November 2023 to represent the constituency of Hay River South.

Born in Hay River in 1977, Mr. McKay’s career as a public servant with the Government of the Northwest Territories has spanned over 25 years. He began his career as a corrections officer, steadily climbing the ranks to become a corrections supervisor. His leadership skills later led him to the position of deputy warden and eventually to the directorship of the Investigations and Standards Office. In each of these roles he demonstrated his strong commitment to justice, fairness, and the betterment of his community.