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

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Statements in Debates

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

Sorry, can we just clarify the question?

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

Yeah, thank you, Mr. Chair. Even though it's the wrong section, I will -- you know, the Member has been advocating for positions in the region and I appreciate that; however, these are skilled positions. They're not positions that are easily filled. So I know there's an interest of having those positions there, and like I said earlier to the Member, I am willing to work with the Member on, you know, trying to find a way to put positions in the community that can work there. And if this is one that can, then we can -- that's something we can look at but, you know, I can't commit to moving...

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

Yeah, thank you, Mr. Chair. Start times for areas depend on season, depend on operations, depend on conditions. So it may vary. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Bill 41: An Act to Amend the Real Estate Agents??? Licensing Act, Carried
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 78)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I move, second by the honourable Member for Twin Lakes, that Bill 41, An Act to Amend the Real Estate Agents??? Licensing Act, be read for the second time.

This bill modernizes licensing rules and introduces new professional categories to expand customer protection. This bill expands licensing to home inspectors, introducing a code of conduct, and requiring standardized forms.

The Real Estate Agents??? Licensing Act will be renamed the Real Estate Professional Licensing Act to reflect the expanded scope. Modernizing this Act will strengthen consumer protection and improve...

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

Thank you, Mr. Chair. So I guess part of the confusion was I had to flip to page 289 in your book there. So with the surplus of assets or surplus of the revolving fund, it's used on assets, also used on the runways, the terminal itself, on equipment, all that is included in operating the airport and using the surplus amount. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

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

Yeah, thank you, Mr. Chair. Comments were noted, and I believe that question was already asked earlier, and I agreed to working with the Member to, you know, looking at ways we could possibly do that. But I am not committing to relocating positions right away. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

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

That, I don't have handy right now and would have to get you back that detail.

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

Yeah, thank you, Mr. Chair. We will get that for her. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

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

Sorry, Mr. Chair. I am just jumping to the section for the airport revolving fund. So the surplus is assets -- sorry, I will just get the deputy minister to.

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

Yeah, thank you, Mr. Chair. Like I stated earlier, there's nothing stopping anybody from getting their unrestricted license if it's done in a location where you can actually perform all the skills required in the unrestricted license. So as I stated earlier, I will get a one-pager done up so that we can clarify what the actual issues are in Behchoko as to why we cannot do the unrestricted licenses there so that the Member's aware of the conditions there. Thank you, Mr. Chair.