Visit this page for updates on the upcoming 2007 NWTAC AGM in Norman Wells, NWT.
2007 PRESIDENT'S REPORT41st Annual General Meeting of the NWT Association of Communities. The 2007 NWTAC AGM is an annual event brought to you by Northwest Territories Association of Communities in May 15 - 17, 2007, Norman Wells. NWTAC has been recognized as the unified voice of municipal (community) governments within the NWT since 1967. The AGM provides community governments with the opportunity to meet face-to-face to discuss municipal issues and concerns, exchange information, and network. Delegates attending the AGM establish the policy direction of the Association and set the priorities for the coming year.
We look forward to seeing everyone in Norman Wells!
If you have any questions regarding the AGM, please do not hesitate in calling us at:
NWTAC Office
(867) 873-8359 Phone * (867) 873-3042 Fax * brian@nwtac.com Email
Agenda
Host Venue: Denis Droulet Community Centre
Schedule at a glance:May 14 (Monday)
Morning - Travel
1:00-5:30pm Registrations
5:00—6:30pm Association Business
7:00pm—9:00pm Opening ReceptionMay 15 (Tuesday) - Full Day Meetings
8:30am—5:00pm Meetings
6:30pm—9:00pm Banquet & Auction
May 16 (Wednesday) - Full Day Meetings
8:30am—5:00pm Meetings
Free EveningMay 17 (Thursday)
8:30am—10:30am Meetings
Afternoon - TravelFor more Agenda Information, please contact Yvette Gonzalez at 873-8359 Phone or by Email yvette@nwtac.com
Registration
Please download appropriate form above. Please complete and return to the NWTAC office by April 13, 2007. We require this information for confirming luncheons and other conference arrangements.
MEMBER - As a Member community you may register as many delegates (elected officials) as you wish. NWTAC Member delegates have full voting rights as outlined in Article 10 Section 10.1 of the NWTAC By-Laws. NWTAC member delegates have the privilege of addressing the assembly with questions and answers (when recognized by the Chairperson of the session).
NON-MEMBER - As a Non-Member you have the privilege of attending all sessions. However, Non-Members do not have the privilege of the floor to address the assembly, vote or run for office of the NWTAC.
All cancellations must be made in writing to the NWT Association of Communities. Cancellations received before April 21, 2007 will receive a full refund (AGM registration only). Cancellations received after April 21, 2007 will NOT receive a REFUND. All refunds will be processed at the completion of the 2007 AGM.For more Registration Information, please contact Yvonne Fleming at 873-8359 Phone or by Email yvonne@nwtac.com
Resolutions 2007 FINAL RESOLUTIONS
At this time, we would like to inform members that we are now requesting 2007 resolutions from membership. Click on one of the links below for more information:
Guidelines for preparation of resolutions. These are helpful points when drafting a resolution for consideration for the AGM.
Categorization of resolutions. This explains the breakdown of resolutions and what action the NWTAC office will take.
2007 Resolution form. We ask that all resolutions be set out in the format that is provided in the guidelines for resolutions and the resolution form provided.
As with past years there is a deadline for the submission of resolutions to the NWTAC office.
This year the deadline for submission of resolutions is 5:00 pm, Monday, April 13, 2007.
If you have email, please forward a copy of your resolution to yvonne@nwtac.com. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the NWTAC office.
Hotel
YOU MUST STATE THAT YOU ARE ATTENDING THE: “NWT ASSOCIATION OF COMMUNITIES ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING” WHEN BOOKING A ROOM.
Heritage Hotel – within walking distance of downtown and the Community Hall.
Phone: (867) 587-5000, Fax: (867) 587-5001 and Email: heritagehotel@theedge.ca
Hotel AGM Codes : K980007 or K980009
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Mackenzie Valley Hotel - located about 2 km from downtown
Phone: (867) 587-2511, Fax: (867) 587-3035
***************************Rayuka Inn – in the downtown core.
Phone: (867) 587-2354, Fax: (867) 587-2861 Email: rayuka@theedge.ca
***************************Yamouri Inn – in the downtown core.
Phone: (867) 587-2744 or Fax: (867) 587-2262
***************************Payment Instructions - All guests will be responsible for settling their own charges.
Reservation Method - Guests will be responsible for calling in to book their own accommodations.
Air Travel
Canadian North and First Air are both offering reduced rates:
Canadian North ~ 1-800-661-1505 Toll Free ~ Quote event # CV07017
10% OFF MNORTH
For Reservation passengers must quote the conference number CV07017
Bookings starting - Tuesday, March 20th.
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First Air ~ 1-800-267-1247 Toll Free ~ Quote event # CF0702118First Air is pleased to offer discounted fares from Hay River, Inuvik, Fort Simpson and Holman to Yellowknife for the NWT Association of Communities AGM being held in Norman Wells May 15 and May 16th, 2007. For reservations, passengers must quote the conference number CF0702118 by phone to a customer service agent in order to obtain the discounted rate. All bookings can be made through First Air’s Reservations Department at 1-800-267-1247.
Details of the discounted fares and booking:
Hay River, Inuvik, Fort Simpson, and Holman to Yellowknife Q fare minus 35%
The ticket is valid for travel from the May 10th to May 24th, 2007.
