Jane Weyallon Armstrong

Member Monfwi

Jane Weyallon Armstrong was elected to the 20th Assembly to represent the constituency of Monfwi. Ms. Armstrong was elected to the 19th Assembly during a by-election to represent the constituency of Monfwi.

Ms. Weyallon Armstrong was born in Fort Rae, Northwest Territories. Currently residing in Behchoko, Northwest Territories, her impactful journey has left a lasting mark on her community.

Having served as President of the Native Women’s Association from 2019 to 2021, Ms. Weyallon Armstrong collaborated with board members on the National Inquiry into missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls final report. Her commitment to the cause has been a driving force in addressing crucial issues.

Ms. Weyallon Armstrong’s extensive involvement in community governance includes roles such as a Community Government of Behchoko Councillor (2009–2013, 2017–2021, June 2021 to July 2021) and Tlicho Government Assembly Member (Consensus Government) from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, she contributed by being on the Mackenzie Valley Impact Review Board from 2020 to 2021.

With a career spanning over 25 years at the Dogrib Divisional Board of Education (now Tlicho Community Services Agency), Ms. Weyallon Armstrong’s impact reached the lives of high school students from various communities. Her roles as Residence Manager and later as Coordinator, Community Liaison, and Student Transition Support Services showcased her dedication to education and community development.

Ms. Weyallon Armstrong’s educational journey includes graduating from Sir John Franklin Territorial High School in Yellowknife, where she resided at Akaitcho Hall. She earned a Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Politics and a Minor in Native Studies from the University of Saskatchewan. In 1994, she obtained her Social Work Diploma from Aurora College, Thebacha Campus, and in 1992, she earned her Child and Youth Care Worker Diploma from Mount Royal College.

Ms. Weyallon Armstrong, in partnership with her spouse, have raised their daughter, and now revel in the role of proud grandparents to a grandson. Ms. Weyallon Armstrong possesses a range of interests that extend to sewing, reading, and engaging in various cultural activities. Her longstanding commitment to volunteering for fundraising events and field trips underscores her dedication to community well-being.

Monfwi Electoral District

Committees

Accountability and Oversight
Social Development
Government Operations
Member Jane Weyallon Armstrong
Monfwi
Member's Office

Yellowknife NT X1A 2L9
Canada

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

Statements in Debates

Debates of , 19th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 136)

I would like to recognize our Tlicho interpreters Jonas Lafferty and Maro Sundberg and all other interpreters that are here today. Thank you.

Question 1347-19(2): Recreation Support in Communities
Debates of , 19th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 136)

What is MACA doing to ensure that all communities have the resources they need to provide sports and recreation; i.e. a sports centre in Gameti? Thank you.

Question 1347-19(2): Recreation Support in Communities
Debates of , 19th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 136)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, you know there are some communities some community governments are funding recreation programs by renting out their sportsplex. For example, when you go to Behchoko, you will see Tlicho government department situated in the sportsplex. They're renting out space so that they can fund their recreation program.

Mr. Speaker, can the Minister confirm if there are active recreation departments or centres in every community in the Northwest Territories? Thank you.

Member’s Statement 1336-19(2): Arctic Winter Games 2023 Athletes
Debates of , 19th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 136)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I would like to acknowledge and congratulate the following young Indigenous Tlicho citizens who participated in Arctic Winter Games 2023:

Jimmy Joe Drybones;

Tenisha Steinwand;

Joshua Wedzin;

Patsy Wetrade. Patsy is originally from Whati but she is living in Behchoko to attend Chief Jimmy Bruneau school;

Rusty Mantla is an admission coach; and,

Ryan Barbeau is a teacher and a coach.

Mr. Speaker, I am proud of these young people’s dedication and commitment to sports. They work hard and represented the NWT, especially the Tlicho Nations, but we do more...

Member’s Statement 1317-19(2): Frank Channel Bridge Expiration in 2024
Debates of , 19th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 135)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, the Frank Channel Bridge has been brought up in this House many times. The previous Member for Monfwi fought hard in this House to make sure the Frank Channel Bridge received the funding it needed to move ahead.

It was discussed in this House on October 25th, 2022 that the cost of the bridge has gone up. The cost of materials has gone up, and the GNWT is awaiting a decision from the Transport Canada to cover funding. Has this funding been secured? Are we still waiting on funding to be confirmed to move forward with this project?

Mr. Speaker, we continue to...

Question 1339-19(2): Frank Channel Bridge
Debates of , 19th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 135)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The next time the Minister comes to inspect the bridge with their engineer, can they invite the Regular MLAs some of the Regular MLAs and the local leaders as well? Thank you.

Question 1339-19(2): Frank Channel Bridge
Debates of , 19th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 135)

Mr. Speaker, can we have the cost and detail. Can we have the detail as to the cost of the construction instead of just telling us so then we have a better understanding of what's delaying this Frank Channel Bridge. It's affecting everybody in my region so that's why I just want to have the detail.

But another question that I have, Mr. Speaker, thank you I hope she will answer that too as well. Can the Minister describe the structure, the integrity of the Frank Channel Bridge? Thank you.

Question 1335-19(2): Frank Channel Bridge
Debates of , 19th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 135)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, this is the same answer for a year. So what is the plan if there is no money? What if the federal government says there is no money, so what is the plan after this?

Question 1335-19(2): Frank Channel Bridge
Debates of , 19th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 135)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, this is a liability issue. So what is going to happen after 20232024? That's why I asked that question.

Mr. Speaker, can the Minister tell this House when will the Frank Channel Bridge be replaced? Thank you.

Debates of , 19th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 135)

Mr. Speaker, I would like to acknowledge and welcome Corinne Nitsiza, originally from Whati. She's here in the gallery with her two granddaughters, Justice and Presley. Corinne is a longterm Tlicho interpreter as well. So therefore I would like to welcome them in the gallery. Thank you.