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Jan 81 min read
Walk to Tuk is back, again!
The NWT Recreation and Parks Association's Walk to Tuk registration is open , and we want you to join us for the 2025 winter season!...
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Jan 81 min read
Walk to Tuk is back, again!
The NWT Recreation and Parks Association's Walk to Tuk registration is open , and we want you to join us for the 2025 winter season!...
Oct 8, 20242 min read
5 Reasons to Join the NWTRPA Board of Directors
Are you passionate about healthy families, strong cultures, and vibrant communities? Do you want to be involved in shaping the recreation...
Feb 4, 20241 min read
Profile: Scott Cloutier - Northern Recreation Leadership Graduate
Meet Scott Cloutier, a dedicated professional who successfully completed Recreation North’s Certificate in Northern Recreation...
Dec 20, 20231 min read
Green Jobs Program - Application Open for 2024
The Canadian Parks and Recreation Association (CPRA) has secured Government of Canada funding via Parks Canada to support a “green jobs”...
Dec 4, 20231 min read
Meet the New NWTRPA Board of Directors!
On November 15, 2023, the NWTRPA held its Annual General Meeting (AGM), which took place virtually via Zoom. The following Board...
Oct 31, 20232 min read
Meet Tim, our Interim Executive Director!
Tim has spent his entire adult life in recreation. Most of his childhood, too. His teachers in school would likely have said the same at...
Oct 31, 20231 min read
Meet Adam, our Interim Director - Professional Development!
We’re happy to welcome Adam Woogh to the NWTRPA team as our Interim Director - Professional Development! Adam was born and raised in...
Oct 19, 20233 min read
Everything You Need to Know About the 2023 NWTRPA Virtual Annual General Meeting
Our AGM is an opportunity for NWTRPA members to get involved in shaping recreation in the territory by electing new board members,...
Oct 6, 20231 min read
2023 NWTRPA Conference postponed: Questions about your membership?
Thank you to all who registered for the 2023 NWT Recreation and Parks Annual Conference. As confirmed by our Conference organization...
Sep 29, 20234 min read
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
This post includes details about colonialism and residential schools which could be upsetting and triggering. If you are a residential...
Sep 13, 20231 min read
2023 NWTRPA Conference Update
Dear 2023 Conference Participants, First and foremost, all of us at the NWT Recreation and Parks Association hope you are safe and doing...
Aug 4, 20233 min read
Smokey Air and Being Active
Every summer is different from the last, and this 2023 summer has been unique. Temperatures were above average in most communities....
Jun 30, 20232 min read
NWTRPA Board Nominations Open!
Are you passionate about healthy families, strong cultures, and vibrant communities? Do you want to be involved in shaping the recreation...
Jun 29, 20232 min read
July 1st
July 1st marks the anniversary of Canada’s journey towards independence as a political entity. This day also offers us time to learn,...
Jun 29, 20232 min read
Farewell JRPM, see you next year!
June Get Active grants are offered in concurrence with June is Recreation and Parks Month to encourage communities to celebrate...
Jun 29, 20232 min read
Water Safety Grants are back!
To assist NWT Communities, the NWTRPA is funding Water Safety grants to underline safety around bodies of water, where there is a risk of...
Jun 2, 20231 min read
NWTRPA June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM) Photo Contest
What is JRPM? June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM) is an annual observance celebrated in Canada to promote the importance of...
Jun 2, 20231 min read
June is Recreation and Parks Month!
June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM) is an annual observance celebrated in Canada to promote the importance of recreation and parks...
Jun 2, 20231 min read
Spotlighting Recreation in the NWT: Bright Spots!
Do you know an organization or individual who is doing something awesome in recreation? Let us know! Bright Spots turn our attention to...
Jun 2, 20235 min read
How I Survived Advisory Committee
“How I Survived” is a research project about recreation at residential and day schools in the NWT that was initiated by the NWTRPA and...
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