About Women in Mining and Energy, NWT
Women in Mining and Energy Northwest Territories (WME NWT) is a regional not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing gender equity in the resource sector. As a proud chapter of Women in Mining Canada, we share a vision of an inclusive industry – one that actively fosters, promotes, and empowers women.
We believe in a future where opportunities and career goals are accessible to everyone, regardless of gender.
Through a range of programs and services, we are working to increase the representation of women in the NWT’s mining and energy industries. We focus on education, empowerment, and elevation – supporting our members to thrive, lead, and shape the future of the NWT resource sector.
Vision
To create a mining and energy sector in the Northwest Territories where women are represented at all levels and empowered to achieve their full potential.
Mission
To educate, empower, and elevate women in the Northwest Territories' mining and energy industries through advocacy, networking, mentorship, professional development, and collaboration with industry, Indigenous governments and organizations, and government partners.
Strategic Goals
As Women in Mining and Energy, Northwest Territories (WME NWT), our goals reflect a commitment to advance gender equity and lasting change in the resource sector.
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Grow the presence of women at all levels across the mining and energy industries in the Northwest Territories.
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Advocate for safe, respectful, and inclusive work environments where women feel valued and supported to thrive and lead.
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Contribute to the strength of Women in Mining chapters across Canada, sharing knowledge and building a unified voice from coast to coast to coast.
What We Do
We’re bringing our goals to life through collaboration, advocacy, and community-building initiatives:
Partnership & Collaboration
We engage with advocacy groups, industry leaders, and the Government of the Northwest Territories to share knowledge and amplify collective impact.
Career Promotion
We promote the mining and energy sectors as exciting, viable career paths for women and girls across the territory.
Support for Employers
We assist companies in creating strategies to attract, retain, and advance women in their workforce.
Networking & Events
We host events that connect industry professionals, spark new opportunities, and build lasting relationships.
Education & Outreach
We support and promote educational programs that encourage female participation in resource-related fields, helping to build the next generation of industry leaders.
Board of Directors
Representatives from NWT Mines and government partnered to establish the NWT chapter of Women in Mining in November 2019.
The organization’s first Board of Directors was elected in 2022, marking an important step in its growth and governance. In 2024, the Chapter was formally incorporated as a Society and expanded its mandate to strengthen partnerships and opportunities across both the mining and energy sectors. As part of this evolution, the organization adopted its current name, Women in Mining and Energy NWT.
Today, WME NWT brings together representatives from both the mining and energy sectors, Indigenous Governments and Organizations and government to advance gender equity, foster leadership opportunities, and support inclusive workplaces across the Northwest Territories’ resource industries.
