Vince McKay

Member Hay River South

Minister of Infrastructure
Minister of Municipal and Community Affairs
Minister Responsible for Workers' Safety and Compensation Commission
Minister Responsible for the Public Utilities Board

Vince McKay was elected to the 20th Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly to represent the constituency of Hay River South. Mr. McKay was elected to the Executive Council of the 20th Assembly.

Mr. McKay was born on September 17, 1977, in the picturesque town of Hay River.

With a career spanning an impressive 26 years with the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT). Mr. McKay began his journey as a Corrections Officer, steadily climbing the ranks to become a trusted Corrections Supervisor. His leadership acumen led him to the esteemed position of Deputy Warden and eventually to the Directorship of the Investigations and Standards Office (ISO). In each role he demonstrated an unwavering commitment to justice, fairness, and the betterment of his community.

Mr. McKay’s dedication to the safety and well-being of Hay River residents extends to his 30-year tenure with the Hay River Fire Department. His legacy is further solidified by his ownership and operation of Westech Fire and Safety since 1999, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to the highest standards of safety.

In the realm of civic duty, Mr. McKay has been an integral part of the Hay River Town Council for an impressive 15 years. His tenure has been marked by a steadfast focus on community development, thoughtful governance, and a genuine concern for the welfare of his fellow citizens. His impact on the town council has left an indelible mark, earning him respect and admiration from colleagues and constituents alike.

Family lies at the heart of Mr. McKay’s life, with his wife, Barbara, and two children. Together, they form a united front that has weathered the challenges of a life devoted to public service.

Away from the rigors of his professional life, Mr. McKay finds solace and joy in a myriad of hobbies. An avid sports enthusiast, he can be found on the ice, or navigating the fairways with a golf club in hand. His love for the great outdoors is evident in his passion for camping, fishing, boating, and playing softball—activities that provide a well-deserved respite from the demands of his roles.

Hay River South Electoral District

Committees

Vince McKay
Hay River South
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Yellowknife NT X1A 2L9
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Statements in Debates

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 78)

Yeah, thank you, Mr. Chair. I have no issues with working with the leaders in the Tlicho region to clarify what might be the issues and why we can't have unrestricted licenses in Behchoko. And like I said earlier, we'll find a path forward and to clarify what the issues are for the Member. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 78)

So the whole scale of project management, I guess, is the responsibility for projects identified in the GNWT capital plan on behalf of client departments, coordinates the deferred maintenance and capital asset, a retrofit fund in coordination with the asset management activity. Thank you.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 78)

Yeah, thank you, Mr. Chair. I guess just to try to get to the detail of this, if we can get back to the Member with the response so that we can cover off the question that she's asking in order to make sure that we're covering off the detail of her question. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 78)

Yeah, thank you, Mr. Chair. I know some of the section that the Member's speaking of is part of our regular O and M maintenance on the sections to upgrade it, obviously on the NWT side only. But, yeah, I can't really get into details on that right now unless you get that -- so yeah, just -- it's part of our regular O and M for part of that section of the Dempster Highway. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 78)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. So part of the restriction, I guess, is the fact that some communities you're not able to perform some of the skills or tasks that are part of the driving exam, so that's why we have the restriction. So maybe what I can do is -- I don't think it's as simple as just saying Behchoko, you can no longer do restricted licenses. So I think what I will take back here is if I can get the department maybe just to come back to the Member and have a detailed maybe one-pager just to say these things cannot be performed in Behchoko and that's why there's restricted licenses, that's...

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 78)

Yeah, thank you, Mr. Chair. That's part of the planning that's going to be happening, is to make sure that there isn't added costs or pressures to communities and working with community governments and builders and stuff just to make sure that this is not going to add more costs out there. Thank you.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 78)

Yeah, thank you, Mr. Chair. Not that I am aware of, and it's not something that we're looking at. That would more fall in line with EIA and finance for positions and restructuring departments. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 78)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. We hold those leases. The vast majority of the increase is all essentially forced growth and operations of these leases. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 78)

Yeah, thank you, Mr. Chair. So I do have the numbers for the Tlicho -- yeah, the Tlicho winter road. I don't have the other details for all the other winter roads. But we can provide all the documents for the winter road areas so that she can see them and compare them if she likes. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 78)

Sure. I am just bouncing back and forth with you; sorry.