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
Jane Weyallon Armstrong
Monfwi
Member's Office

Yellowknife NT X1A 2L9
Canada

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

Statements in Debates

Question 790-20(1): Forgiveness of Elders’ Arrears for Housing
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 64)

Okay. Okay, then, thank you. Thank you. Mr. Speaker, overcrowding is an unfortunate result of the ongoing housing crisis. Can the Minister commit to allocating additional houses in Tlicho communities aside from what is already allocated in the budget to deal with the overcrowding situation? Thank you.

Bill 28: An Act to Amend the Student Financial Assistance Act, No. 2
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 63)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Your committee would like to report on its consideration of Bill 28, An Act to Amend the Student Financial Assistance Act, No. 2.

Bill 28 received second reading in the Legislative Assembly on May 29, 2025, and was referred to the Standing Committee on Social Development for review.

The standing committee held a clause-by-clause review of the bill on September 8, 2025, with the Minister of Justice.

Mr. Speaker, the committee reports that Bill 28, An Act to Amend the Student Financial Assistance Act, No. 2, is ready for consideration in Committee of the Whole. Thank you, Mr...

Bill 27: An Act to Amend the Protection Against Family Violence Act
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 63)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Your committee would like to report on its consideration of Bill 27, An Act to Amend the Protection Against Family Violence Act.

Bill 27 received second reading in the Legislative Assembly on May 28, 2025, and was referred to the Standing Committee on Social Development for review.

On August 19, 2025, the committee held a public hearing with the Minister of Justice, and the clause-by-clause review for Bill 27 is scheduled for Monday, October 20th, 2025.

Mr. Speaker, in accordance with Rule 8.3(2) of the Rules of the Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly, I move...

Bill 23: An Act to Amend the Children’s Law Act
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 63)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Your committee would like to report on its consideration of Bill 23, An Act to Amend the Children's Law Act.

Bill 23 received second reading in the Legislative Assembly on March 13th, 2025, and was referred to the Standing Committee on Social Development for review.

On June 11th, 2025, the committee held a public hearing with the Minister of Justice, and the clause-by-clause review for Bill 23 is scheduled for Monday, October 20th, 2025.

Mr. Speaker, in accordance with Rule 8.3(2) of the Rules of the Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly, I move, seconded by the...

Question 773-20(1): Additional Housing Units to Tlicho Communities
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 63)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This is for housing Minister. If I don't get the answer, can I redirect the same questions to the Minister of Finance, or?

Okay, then. This is for the Minister of housing.

So due to housing crisis, can the Minister commit to allocating additional 5, 10, 15, or 20 houses in Tlicho communities aside from what is already allocated in the budget? Thank you.

Question 769-20(1): Language Barriers in Accessing Housing Supports
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 63)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, has Housing NWT considered placing a dedicated housing officer or position from the North Slave office in one of the Tlicho communities to improve accessibility and communication for elders and other vulnerable residents? Thank you.

Member’s Statement 702-20(1): Housing Access for Elders
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 63)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, accessing services, especially for elders.

Mr. Speaker, many elders in the Tlicho region continue to face serious barriers in accessing housing programs and services. In my role as MLA for Monfwi, I have sent numerous emails and correspondence to Housing NWT advocating for my constituents, and the response is often the same: Elders are encouraged to contact the North Slave district office here in Yellowknife.

Mr. Speaker, many of our elders face mobility challenges and language barriers. Asking them to navigate automated phone systems or travel long distance...

Bill 27: An Act to Amend the Protection Against Family Violence Act
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 63)

Thank you, Member from Monfwi. The motion is in order. To the motion.

Bill 24: An Act to Amend the Family law Act
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 63)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Your committee would like to report on its consideration of Bill 24, An Act to Amend the Family Law Act.

Bill 24 received second reading in the Legislative Assembly on March 13, 2025, and was referred to the Standing Committee on Social Development for review.

On June 11, 2025, the committee held a public hearing with the Minister of Justice, and the clause-by-clause review for Bill 24 is scheduled for Monday, October 20th, 2025.

Mr. Speaker, in accordance with Rule 8.3(2) of the Rules of the Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly, I move, seconded by the honourable...

Question 773-20(1): Additional Housing Units to Tlicho Communities
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 63)

Okay. She did say she cannot commit. So can I get back on the list so I can ask the Minister of Finance? Thank you.