Volunteer Run Since 1992

Welcome to Alternatives North

a social justice coalition in the Northwest Territories

Basic Income Guarantee for the Northwest Territories by Alternatives January 2025

A Way to Eliminate Poverty in the NWT

Alternatives North has released a report that shows the introduction of a Basic Income Guarantee could eliminate poverty in the NWT.
“Alternatives North has advocated for a real anti-poverty plan for 30 years. This report shows the way to eliminate poverty in the NWT. We need an up-front investment that provides a truly stable foundation for everyone, rather than relying on a safety net approach,” said Suzette Montreuil, Alternatives North. Read More…

Alternatives North Comments on 2025-2029 Draft Climate Change Action Plan

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Alternatives North Members at Giant Mine

Weekly meetings are starting back up on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024 (and every Wednesday after until summer break) over the noon-hour in the Ecology North boardroom located at 5016 50 Avenue, First Floor, Yellowknife. Participation by Zoom is possible. Email alternativesnorthinfo@gmail.com for the link.

A grassroots approach to democratic change

We inform and promote social, environmental and economic justice to NWT citizens, policy makers and politicians.

We work across all levels of government in the NWT, but our primary focus is analysis and recommendations to the GNWT. Alternatives North works for you, and with your support and suggestions we will be able to continue building a progressive North.

What We Do

Health and Social Services

Our goal is to research and promote evidence-based social and economic policies for fostering healthy NWT communities.

Giant Mine Remediation

We provide public oversight for efforts to repair and contain decades of devastating industrial impact that threatens our lands, animals, and people.

Mining

We advocate for best practices in regulatory controls to minimize damage and maximize benefits from mine development.

Resource Management

Ensuring public input and ongoing engagement are essential components of government legislation dealing with the NWT’s natural resources.

Climate Change Policy and Energy

We assist in the mitigation of present and future consequences of the climate change emergency through policy research and promotion of practical applications of carbon-neutral projects

Anti-Poverty Strategy

Alternatives North has been a leading activist in efforts to reduce poverty in the Northwest Territories including assisting in the development of an Anti Poverty Strategy, and leading efforts to introduce a living wage in Yellowknife.

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