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NWTRPA News

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...

The Canoe: A symbol of resilience, resurgence, and nationhood for Indigenous peoples

June 26 is National Canoe Day. Today we are sharing a lesser-discussed history of what many view as the quintessential Canadian watercraft.

8 Reasons to Join the NWTRPA Board of Directors

We're looking for nominations for (4) NWTRPA Board positions–here are eight reasons why YOU should join us!

Update from the Conference Committee

As we continue through a period of change and resilience, the NWTRPA continues to adapt to bring us one step closer to what would be a “norm

Greens Jobs Initiative Funding Summer Employment Opportunities!

Apply for the 2021 CPRA Green Jobs Initiative by July 9 to fund summer jobs focused on green career-related activities.

Benefits of Recreation

In case you hadn’t already heard, June is Recreation and Parks Month! It’s the time to celebrate all the benefits of recreation and...

2021 NWTRPA Elder Award Nominations Now Open

The NWTRPA Elder Award recognizes an Elder that is sharing their knowledge in a good way with community and supporting others to be healthy.

Statement of Solidarity with Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc

The Board and staff of the NWTRPA express our deepest condolences to all Indigenous peoples during this time of grief.

Elder Abuse in the NWT

“Is that all? I know you got your cheque yesterday.” The grandson takes his grandmother’s wallet, grabs a bunch of cash and heads out...

How to Train a Canoe Dawg

Here are some of her tips and tricks for making a dog feel comfortable, and at ease in the boat.

Racing down the Big River

We are looking back at one of the premier events in the NWT in the summer of 1989 for National Paddling Week (June 8–16).