Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the Premier of the Northwest Territories, Caroline Cochrane.
The two leaders discussed recent wildfires, floods, and air quality in the Northwest Territories. The Prime Minister noted the difficult wildfire season in the territory and underscored the need to work together to keep people safe and address the effects of climate change.
The Prime Minister and the Premier discussed federal support being provided to impacted communities, including the federal government’s funding for wildland-urban firefighting equipment and training in First Nations communities.
The leaders also spoke about other shared priorities such as critical minerals, trade corridors, and health care.
Prime Minister Trudeau and Premier Cochrane agreed to remain in close contact as the wildfire season progresses and to continue working together in other areas of shared interest.