Overview
Function
The mandate of the Wildlife Management Advisory Council (NWT) is to advise appropriate Ministers on all matters relating to policy, legislation, regulation and administration respecting wildlife, habitat, harvesting, conservation, research and management in the Western Arctic Region.
Jurisdiction
Government of Canada
Department Responsible
Department of Environment and Climate Change
Authority
Inuvialuit Final Agreement (Canada)
Board Composition
The Council consists of six members, plus the Chair.
The Inuvialuit Game Council appoint three members, the Government of the Northwest Territories appoint two members, and Environment and Climate Change Canada appoints one member.
Alternate Members
There are six alternate members.
Chairperson
The Chairperson is appointed by the Government of the Northwest Territories, with the consent of the Inuvialuit Game Council and Environment and Climate Change Canada.
Vice-Chairperson
The Vice-Chairperson is designated by the Council members.
Quorum
Quorum consists of four members, including two members appointed by the Inuvialuit Game Council.
Appointment Instrument
Members are appointed by the appropriate appointing authority under section 14(46) of the Inuvialuit Final Agreement (Canada).
Term Duration
Government members are indeterminate; Inuvialuit members hold 2-year terms; and the Chairperson holds a 5-year term.
Time and Travel Requirements
The Council holds at least four meetings per year unless decided by unanimous motion of the Council.
Additional meetings by teleconference may be scheduled as required.
Meetings are held in conjunction with co-management board meetings and may be held outside of the Inuvialuit Settlement Region.
Remuneration
Each party shall be responsible for funding the expenses for salaries or honoraria and other incidental travel expenses. Honorarium is paid to all board members who are not civil servants. Government agencies are responsible for their respective members’ travel expenses.
Other Considerations
The Council shall not hold any votes concerning the business of one of the governments unless a Council member of that government is present.
Current Membership
| Position | Appointee | Term Start | Term Expiry | Number of Terms | Appointed By | Nominating Authority |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Chair (GNWT) |
(Vacant - 5 year term) | Minister of Environment and Climate Change, with the consent of the Inuvialuit and Canada. | ||||
| 2. Member (GNWT) |
Marsha Branigan | 2008-03-01 | Indeterminate | n/a | Minister of Environment and Climate Change | |
| 3. Member (GNWT) |
Robert Gau | 2008-09-01 | Indeterminate | n/a | Minister of Environment and Climate Change | |
| 4. Member (Inuvialuit) |
(Vacant - 2 year term) | Inuvialuit Game Council | ||||
| 5. Member (Inuvialuit) |
(Vacant - 2 year term) | Inuvialuit Game Council | ||||
| 6. Member (Inuvialuit) |
(Vacant - 3 year term) | Inuvialuit Game Council | ||||
| 7. Member (Canada) |
Eric Reed | 2015-09-01 | Indeterminate | n/a | Minister of Environment and Climate Change Canada | |
| 8. Alternate (GNWT) |
Joanna Wilson | 2013-04-23 | Indeterminate | n/a | Minister of Environment and Climate Change | |
| 9. Alternate (Inuvialuit) |
(Vacant - 2 year term) | Inuvialuit Game Council | ||||
| 10. Alternate (Inuvialuit) |
(Vacant - 2 year term) | Inuvialuit Game Council | ||||
| 11. Alternate (Inuvialuit) |
(Vacant - 2 year term) | Inuvialuit Game Council | ||||
| 12. Alternate (GNWT) |
Norman Snowshoe | 2017-08-03 | Indeterminate | n/a | Minister of Environment and Climate Change | |
| 13. Alternate (Canada) |
Vanessa Charlwood | 2012-01-01 | Indeterminate | n/a | Minister of Environment and Climate Change Canada |