N.W.T. MLAs vote for inquiry into 2023 wildfire response, but premier makes no promises

N.W.T. MLAs voted Thursday to call for a public inquiry into the territory's wildfire response. Members said the inquiry is necessary to restore public trust and learn how better to handle evacuations for possible future emergencies.

N.W.T. MLAs vote for inquiry into 2023 wildfire response, but premier makes no promises
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N.W.T. MLAs voted Thursday to call for a public inquiry into the territory's wildfire response. Members said the inquiry is necessary to restore public trust and learn how better to handle evacuations for possible future emergencies.