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 364-18(2): Federal Funding for Health Services and Programs
Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 33)

Mr. Speaker, the federal government provides Community Wellness Funding as an on-reserve fund to assist with addictions and mental health issues. Currently, the City of Yellowknife has one of the -- I think it's perhaps the largest population of Indigenous people and the city can't access that funding. Has the Minister brought this issue to his federal counterparts and provincial counterparts and looked for some resolution to see if the City of Yellowknife can start accessing this so we can get safer streets and increase and enhance our preventative treatment programs for people who are...

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 33)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. I appreciate that comment and that is in line with what my expectations are for some of the strategic decisions we're making around Aurora College. There are more than one post-secondary education institutions or programs in the Northwest Territories however.

My understanding is that Dechinta University has been in discussions with federal officials and federal ministers about investing quite a substantial amount into a facility for their purposes. Does the Minister know of their funding proposal? Thank you.

Question 364-18(2): Federal Funding for Health Services and Programs
Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 33)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, it's good to see the Minister of Health with us today. I was wondering if he could provide this House an update on the federal health transfer and what progress has been made on bringing more crucial health dollars into the Northwest Territories? Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 33)

Nothing further, Mr. Chair. Thank you.

Question 354-18(2): Funding for Ecole Allain St-Cyr Expansion Project
Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 33)

[Translation] When will the Minister of Education make its application to the Minister of Heritage Canada for the complete construction project? [Translation ends]

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 33)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. Given that reality, it would appear that our francophone schools have a unique opportunity to leverage a separate stream of federal funding that our other infrastructure needs do not benefit from. So does the Minister recognize that there's an opportunity to develop a very strong partnership with the francophone community and its constituent organizations, like the commission scolaire and APADY? Does the department in addition to the Minister, recognize that opportunity and willing to actually work on building a partnership that looks at how to grow the school moving...

Question 354-18(2): Funding for Ecole Allain St-Cyr Expansion Project
Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 33)

Merci, Monsieur le President. [Translation] Today I have a question for the Minister of Education, Culture and Employment, and this question will be in French. The construction project of the Allain St-Cyr School is going forward and the Minister is negotiating with the Minister of Heritage Canada to get more funding. The Minister of Education is only asking for additional funding, twinning funds to expand the size of the gymnasium from 404 square metres to 456 square metres. The Minister of Education says that the rest of the construction can wait and can be built in another phase. The...

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 33)

Nothing further, Mr. Chair. Thank you.

Member’s Statement on Kam Lake Entrepeneurs and Small Business Operators
Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 33)

Merci, Monsieur le president. Mr. Speaker, it's Small Business Week, a time when we take a moment to appreciate the efforts of our entrepreneurs and growing economy and creating jobs and providing solutions to many Northern challenges. Can't imagine talking any further about business without talking about my riding of Kam Lake.

Mr. Speaker, often when we think of Kam Lake it's about big lots, industrial aesthetic and the sound of sled dogs. These are just a few examples of what Northerners would say if asked that question, but if you delve deeper you will find the heart of Yellowknife's...

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 33)

Just to speak to my colleague's comments on the rationale for building a rather large facility based on our female inmate population. Was their policy rationale in developing this facility based on those reports or was there something else at work that saw the construction of the brand new facility? Thank you, Mr. Chair.