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NWT proposal![[NWT Proposal circa 1999]](../images/c/ca-nt!rs.jpg)
reported by Dean McGee
In 1999, when the new territory of Nunavut was formed from the Northwest Territories, some thought was given to symbols for the rump NWT.
This proposal symbolizes the geography of the NWT, and was designed by Robert Slaven, then a member of Yellowknife (NWT) city council.
The proposal was found at http://members.shaw.ca/robertslaven/politics.htm
Mr. Slaven, a former "Jeopardy!" champion, is a contestant on the
current "Ultimate Jeopardy! Tournament", and has since moved to
Surrey BC.
Dean McGee, 15 April 2005
Yellowknife (November 19, 1998) -The Special Committee on Western Identity today announced which official symbols it plans to incorporate as part of the "new Northwest Territories" after April 1, 1999.
The new geographic NWT will keep the current flower (mountain avens), bird (gyrfalcon), mineral (gold) and tartan, as well as the polar bear licence plate. Symbols requiring new designs include the flag, coat of arms and mace.
The status of the official tree (jack pine) and the Government of the Northwest Territories logo (three legged polar bear) have yet to be determined. The Committee is also recommending the addition of a gemstone symbol, which would be the diamond.
The name "Northwest Territories" will continue to be used until such time as residents vote on a new constitution. This process is currently on hold. A change to the name and/or the constitution requires federal legislative approval.
Committee Chair, Seamus Henry said it's time western residents started getting excited about their new territory. "People in the west have a lot to be proud of. It's up to everyone to cultivate a new sense of pride and identity in who we are and what we stand for," said Mr. Henry. "The make-up of the new Northwest Territories includes Inuvialuit, Dene, Metis and many different non-aboriginal cultural groups. We have a lot of diversity. We have a lot to celebrate."
The Committee plans to solicit public input on designs for the new flag,
mace and coat of arms. Announcements will be made in the coming weeks on the
details and process.
Government of the Northwest Territories
contributed by Jan Oskar Engene, 23 November 1998
I found a press release from the Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories concerning the work that has been started to find a new flag for Canada's Northwest Territories.
Search Begins for New Territorial Flag and Coat of Arms
Yellowknife (May 20, 1999) - The public search for ideas and designs for a new flag and coat of arms for the Northwest Territories was officially launched today with the release of a lively and colourful brochure produced by the Special Committee on Western Identity.
Committee Chair, Seamus Henry, said the brochure will be mailed to every household in the Northwest Territories and special kits wil