Kieron Testart

Member Range Lake

Kieron Testart was elected to the 20th Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly to represent the constituency of Range Lake.

Mr. Testart was born on March 22, 1985, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. He was raised in the Northwest Territories, first residing in Tuktoyaktuk and later in Yellowknife, where Mr. Testart now lives with his family, his diverse background and wealth of experiences have shaped his commitment to community development and effective governance.

Mr. Testart was elected as Member of the Legislative Assembly for Kam Lake in the 18th Legislative Assembly, where he demonstrated a keen understanding of the issues facing his constituents. Beyond his legislative roles, Kieron has contributed significantly to the economic development of the region. Serving as the Director of Economic Development for the Yellowknives Dene First Nation from 2021 to 2023. Mr. Testart’s commitment to education and language advocacy is evident in his role as Program Coordinator for Canadian Parents for French from 2020 to 2021. His efforts have extended to policy analysis within the Government of the Northwest Territories and serving as Deputy Sheriff from 2009 to 2014.

Academically, Kieron holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from the University of Lethbridge (2004-2009) and a Certificate in Parliamentary Governance from McGill University (2017).

Married to Colleen, he is the proud father of Corbin, Eve, and Leander. In addition to his professional pursuits, Kieron finds joy in various hobbies and interests, including a deep passion for Formula 1 and motorsport, a love for film and theatre, grassroots activism, and an avid curiosity about international affairs.

Kieron's commitment to community extends beyond the political realm. As a dedicated volunteer, he has been actively involved in various capacities, including serving on the NWT Federal Liberal Association Board of Directors since 2011, contributing to the Liberal Party of Canada. His volunteer experience also includes a position on the NWT Branch Board of Directors for Canadian Parents for French from 2014 to 2020 and mentoring youth with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada in 2014-2015.

Range Lake Electoral District

Committees

Accountability and Oversight
Social Development
Public Accounts
Procedure and Privileges
Member Kieron Testart
Range Lake
Member's Office

Yellowknife NT X1A 2L9
Canada

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

Statements in Debates

Committee Motion 68-18(2): Tabled Document 261-18(2): Main Estimates 2017-2018, Department of Municipal and Community Affairs, Deferral of Sport, Recreation and Youth Activity, Carried
Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 60)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. Mr. Chair, I move that this committee defer further consideration of the activity; sport, recreation and youth under the Department of Municipal and Community Affairs, main estimates 2017-2018, on page 339 at this time. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Committee Motion 66-18(2): Tabled Document 261-18(2): Main Estimates 2017-2018, Department of Justice, Deferral of Further Consideration of the Estimates for Justice, Carried
Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 60)

Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I mentioned in the opening comments, and the Minister is well aware that honourable Members have a concern with the pace of legislation that MACA is responsible for, or that she is responsible for as Minister of Municipal and Community Affairs. Is the policy and planning unit encapsulated by this activity adequately staffed to accommodate that lengthy legislative agenda? Thank you.

Question 651-18(2): Arsenic Levels in Kam Lake
Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 60)

I am sure people are. There are a number of houses that open up onto that lake, so I am wondering if the Minister is in a position to study arsenic levels in Kam Lake and report back to the House and to the public on the findings.

Committee Motion 67-18(2): Tabled Document 261-18(2): Main Estimates 2017-2018, Department of Municipal and Community Affairs, Deferral of Regional Operations Activity, Carried
Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 60)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. I wonder if I should be worried about what the Premier would do with this funding, but I digress. How many sport, recreation, or youth-focused NGOs are currently receiving funding from the non-government organization stabilization fund? Thank you.

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 60)

Nothing further. Thank you.

Member's Statement on Small Business Incentives
Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 60)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, small business is the life blood of our community. My riding of Kam Lake is home to many entrepreneurs and is as diverse as it can be when it comes to Northern-owned and operated businesses. Even while much of our economy struggles, Yellowknifers are seizing their own opportunities to open new businesses with nothing but a dream and I imagine a good credit score.

Even though Kam Lakers and Northerners will grind and grit through difficult times with perseverance and resolve, it cannot be stated enough that that this government must give greater priority to...

Committee Motion 67-18(2): Tabled Document 261-18(2): Main Estimates 2017-2018, Department of Municipal and Community Affairs, Deferral of Regional Operations Activity, Carried
Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 60)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. I just wanted to ask about the annual Non-Government Organization Stabilization Fund. The Standing Committee on Government Operations has had quite a lot to say about this fund. I wonder if the Minister could speak to how this fund has been successfully deployed to encourage volunteers in the Northwest Territories. Thank you.

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 60)

Yes.

Committee Motion 67-18(2): Tabled Document 261-18(2): Main Estimates 2017-2018, Department of Municipal and Community Affairs, Deferral of Regional Operations Activity, Carried
Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 60)

Thank you. Then perhaps in next year's business plan, we could evaluate whether or not LGANT -- could the Minister make a commitment to including that kind of evaluation in next year's business plan, then, after we've seen the course of this funding expire? Thank you.

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 60)

Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I appreciate that. In the future, if there are any legislative delays, we know where to place our concerns: on the shoulders of the Ministers responsible. Thank you, Mr. Chair.