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

Question 254-18(2): Status of Open Government Policy
Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Mr. Speaker, can the Minister for Transparency and Public Engagement let members of the public and Members of this House know how the open government policy is coming along? Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. Why? Why is it in two different program areas, if it’s one program? Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Question 249-18(2): Reduced Tax Rates for Small Business
Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Mr. Speaker, certainly, we on this side of the House can advocate for things, but the department needs to drive the bus. Will the department be bringing forward in their next business plan a tax cut for small businesses?

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Nothing further.

Question 249-18(2): Reduced Tax Rates for Small Business
Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, yesterday I tabled some correspondence from the Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce that advocates to decrease the small business tax rates to two per cent, and the larger business tax rate by one per cent, which would give the Northwest Territories the lowest and most competitive tax rates for businesses in Canada. The Minister of Finance indicated he supports this recommendation.

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. Nothing further.

Member’s Statement on Reduced Tax Rates to Support Small Business
Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Mr. Speaker, small business is the life blood of a diverse and thriving community. How well our economy is doing should be measured by private sector growth and job creation outside of the public service. Growing our private sector will increase competition and productivity, and give Northerners more choice for goods, services, and employment. These are real opportunities that this government cannot afford to ignore. Mr. Speaker, this government has many programs that assist small businesses, but it needs to do more. Only by changing the foundation of our economy can we move forward. One...

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. The decrease in corrections positions, is that as a result of the reorganization of the North Slave Correctional Complex? Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. Under the Young Offenders Special Allowance, we’ve got more fluctuation there from $3,000 to 25 now down to $5,000. Can the Minister provide detail on what the special allowance is and why it’s fluctuating? Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Thanks, Mr. Chair. I think I’m going to disagree with the Minister on that, but I wanted to move towards talking about how the department consulted with some of those user groups of the library. In fact, some of those user groups actually contributed towards the cost of the library over a number of years. As I understand the Law Society contributed $28,000 in 2014-15, 2015-16 it was about $20,000. The Law Foundation contributed $50,000 in 2014-15, 2015-16 the same amount. Can the Minister tell me what consultation was done with the Law Society of the NWT before this decision was taken as they...