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

Range Lake

Member's Office

Yellowknife NT X1A 2L9
Canada

P.O. Box

1320

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12150

Constituency Office

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Statements in Debates

Debates of June 17, 2016 , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Thank you. I certainly appreciate the Department of Justice being responsive to the concerns of committee. Nothing further, Mr. Chair.

Question 249-18(2): Reduced Tax Rates for Small Business

Debates of June 17, 2016 , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, year on year, corporate tax revenue has shrunk. I think that sends a signal that we are losing investment. Measures like this send a clear signal that the North is open for business, and we aren’t drawing much from our small tax, our small taxes anyway. It’s a sacrifice that will result in economic growth. It’s supported by many in the Northwest Territories, including our business community. I’d like the Minister to give a firmer commitment that it will be in the business plan for the fall sitting. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Debates of June 17, 2016 , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. I’m just a little confused to see wilderness programming under corrections as a contribution. I just asked a question about contract services under community justice and policing and was told that that increase was wilderness camp funding. If the Minister could just clarify? Thank you.

Question 249-18(2): Reduced Tax Rates for Small Business

Debates of June 17, 2016 , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Not sure if that was a clear commitment to the recommendation, but I appreciate that the Minister’s speaking about developing approach. Can I take that to mean that by the next budget, Mr. Speaker, we will have a small business tax cut continued in that budget?

Debates of June 17, 2016 , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. Under contract services, there is an increase this year. Could the Minister provide some detail on the additional expense and what we are contracting? Thank you.

Debates of June 17, 2016 , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I would like to recognize Deneen Everett, executive director for the Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce. Thanks for doing all the hard work advocating for small businesses. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Debates of June 17, 2016 , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. Are there other positions affected outside of that facility? Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Debates of June 17, 2016 , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Nothing further, Mr. Chair.

Debates of June 17, 2016 , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. It’s the same rationale for the federal exchange of services, the same type of revenue? Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Debates of June 17, 2016 , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 23)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. I appreciate that, and you know that goes back to the many resources of expended reconfiguring that building and we always seem to be correcting deficiencies. I wonder if the Minister recalls the time when he was a scrappy young lawyer starting his practice in the Northwest Territories. For young practitioners who are coming up to start in perhaps the private bar, availing themselves to free resources certainly is a benefit to their practices. Is that a concern for the department at all? Perhaps the Minister could reflect on the start of his career? Thank you.