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

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Statements in Debates

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

Thank you, Mr. Chair. I have questions about the law library. I note that my colleagues commented on the fact that we’ll be the only jurisdiction in Canada without this resource. We’re also the only jurisdiction in Canada without a standalone courthouse that we own ourselves. These are both financial issues. The library being a recent one, but the courthouse being a longstanding one. I’m just wondering: how does the Minister feel about that, about being Minister of Justice without a courthouse, and now without a law library, and a standalone in Canada. Thank you.

Question 254-18(2): Status of Open Government Policy

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

Nothing further.

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

Thank you, Mr. Chair. Nothing further.

Debates of June 16, 2016 , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 22)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. Was this program modelled on the Yukon’s program? Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Tabled Document 72-18(2): Correspondence from Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce – Request to Reduce Corporate Tax Rates

Debates of June 16, 2016 , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 22)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I would like to table the following document “request to reduce corporate tax rates – correspondence from the Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce.”

Question 240-18(2): Closure of the Court Library

Debates of June 16, 2016 , 18th Assembly, 2nd Session (day 22)

Those are scant details but I’ll take the Minister for his word. Perhaps he can commit to giving a tour of this new research centre to MLAs. Mr. Speaker, can the Minister elaborate on what this interlibrary loan program will entail? Has the department spoken to a law library in Alberta? I’m somewhat troubled when I see the assistant deputy minister in the media saying, “a law library somewhere in Alberta.” Does the Minister know which law library that is?