Denny Rodgers

Member Inuvik Boot Lake

Denny Rodgers was elected to the 20th Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly to represent the constituency of Inuvik Boot Lake. 

Mr. Rodger’s was born on August 4, 1968, in Come by Chance, Newfoundland. Mr. Rodger’s has been a cornerstone of Inuvik since 1994. With eight years on the Inuvik Town Council and three as Mayor, his commitment to community is unwavering.

Mr. Rodger’s academic foundation from Eastern College covers Business, Banking, Marketing, and Financial Accounting. His professional journey spans diverse roles, including three years at the Town of Inuvik, 12 with Inuvialuit Development Corporation, 10 at the Inuvik Housing Authority, and two self-employed years.

Beyond his civic and professional pursuits, Mr. Rodger finds joy in family life, being a husband and father of 3. His summers involve boating and golf, while winter sees him on snowmobiles and curling rinks. Traveling, a passion whenever time allows, complements his busy schedule.

Over the last three decades, Mr. Rodger’s has actively engaged in philanthropic pursuits. He has served as the Chair of the Workers' Safety and Compensation Commission Governance Board, helmed the Business Development and Investment Corporation, and assumed the role of Public Administrator for Aurora College. His dedication extends to various organizations, including minor hockey, Children’s First, curling, softball, and Arctic Expo. Through these diverse commitments, he consistently demonstrates a profound commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of those around him.

Inuvik Boot Lake Electoral District

Committees

Accountability and Oversight
Public Accounts
Government Operations
Procedure and Privileges
Member Denny Rodgers
Inuvik Boot Lake
Member's Office

Yellowknife NT X1A 2L9
Canada

P.O. Box
1320
Email
Email
Phone
(867) 767-9143

Statements in Debates

Member’s Statement 34-20(1): Supports for Northwest Territories Children
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 3)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, in April of 2023, the NWT Early Childhood Association held an event called waiting. They invited families from across the NWT who are waiting for spaces to participate. They heard from a variety of families that were either leaving the territory, going on income support, or not able to go back to work due to lack of spaces. This did not take into consideration the families that are choosing not to move to the Northwest Territories and the negative economic impact on the NWT that comes with our inability to attract professionals such as doctors, nurses...

Motion 7-20(1): Amend Rules of the Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly – Standing Committee, Carried
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 2)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I seek unanimous consent to deal with the motion I gave notice of earlier today regarding appointment of Deputy Speaker.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 2)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I seek unanimous consent to deal with the motion I gave notice of earlier today regarding amendment of the Rules of the Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly.

Motion 7-20(1): Amend Rules of the Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly – Standing Committee
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 2)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I give notice that on Thursday, February 8, 2024, I will move the following motion:

Now therefore I move, seconded by the Member for Great Slave, that Rule 9.2(3) be amended to read: The Standing Committee on Accountability and Oversight shall report and recommend, with all convenient speed, Members to comprise the following Standing Committees of the Assembly:

On Economic Development and Environment;

On Government Operations;

On Procedure and Privileges;

On public accounts;

On Social Development; and

On any other Standing and Special Committees as directed by the Assembly.

An...

Question 4-20(1): Regional Director Position
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 2)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. And thank you, Mr. Premier. Given this important role, there are positions in the region, I'm sure in other communities as well, in other regions, will the Premier commit to having the department do an assessment of senior leadership positions in the region at a whole, in its entirety? Thank you.

Question 4-20(1): Regional Director Position
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 2)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, as I said in my opening Member's statement, there's concern in Inuvik that the regional director position is not filled. The question is for the Premier, Mr. Speaker, why hasn't the department filled that role since the current person retired in 2020? Thank you.

Member’s Statement 25-20(1): Regional Director Position in Inuvik
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 2)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, this government can only be successful when elected politicians are available to the people we serve. This means we must be present in the community. It means we must listen to the concerns that our communities raise. This means we must act at all times with the best interests of our communities in mind. The people elected us and to the people we must be accountable.

Mr. Speaker, the same can be said for our senior government staff. Residents need appropriately staffed regional offices where issues can be brought forward and addressed. It is not enough to...

Motion 8-20(1): Appointment of the Deputy Speaker, Carried
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 2)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Appointment of the Deputy Speaker.

WHEREAS section 46(1) of the Legislative Assembly and Executive Council Act requires that there shall be an elected Deputy Speaker;

AND WHEREAS the Legislative Assembly wishes to appoint a deputy speaker;

NOW THEREFORE I move, seconded by the Member for Great Slave, that the Member from Tu NedheWiilideh, Richard Edjericon, be appointed as Deputy Speaker. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Motion 7-20(1): Amend Rules of the Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly – Standing Committee, Carried
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 2)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

WHEREAS standing committees are established by each committee and continue in existence until otherwise ordered by Rule 9.2(1);

AND WHEREAS the standing committees of the Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly are named in Rule 9.2(3) with their terms of reference established in Appendix C of the Rules of the Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly;

NOW THEREFORE I move, seconded by the Member for Great Slave that the text of the Rule 9.2(3) be deleted and the following text added in its place: The Standing Committee on Accountability and Oversight shall report and...

Motion 8-20(1): Appointment of the Deputy Speaker
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 2)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I give notice that on Thursday, February 8, 2024, I will move the following motion:

I move, seconded by the Honourable Member for Great Slave, that the Member for Tu NedheWiilideh, Richard Edjericon, be appointed as Deputy Speaker.

Mr. Speaker, at the appropriate time I will be seeking unanimous consent to deal with this motion today. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.