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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Vince McKay
Hay River South
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Statements in Debates

Question 858-20(1): Inuvik Airport Runway Extension Project Timelines
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 69)

Yeah, thank you, Mr. Speaker. We continually work with partners, including DND in communicating the status of the project. I'm quite certain they're aware of the issues with the ground and the problems that we're having with that, just to settle it. So, yeah, the department works with the Department of National Defence and communicates with them the status of this project and, you know, the path forward. With regards to the town of Inuvik, I'll have to find out from the department of what communication has been sent to the town of Inuvik in regards to that. I'm not 100 percent sure on that...

Question 858-20(1): Inuvik Airport Runway Extension Project Timelines
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 69)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Yeah, so the Department of Infrastructure has been working closely with their partners to complete this project at the Inuvik airport. This is a strategic airport, as the Member stated, for the Northwest Territories for numerous reasons, and also the interest of DND. So, yeah, we continue to work on the runway extension and work with our partners to the interests of the area, and we'll continue to work with them to complete this project as it is an important project for the Government of the Northwest Territories. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 68)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. We have $3,400,000 budgeted for that. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 68)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I too would also like to recognize Christine Gaudet in the gallery. She's a dedicated MACA employee. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 68)

Yeah, thank you, Mr. Chair. This is to upgrade all our pumping systems and bring them up to standards and today's standards. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 68)

We're just looking it up, Mr. Chair. Sorry, I want to hand this off to assistant deputy minister, please.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 68)

Yeah, thank you, Mr. Chair. So this is an annual thing that we do for all our fuel services division to check all the fuel pumps, re-certify them, and all that. Just looking for a price here on what we're doing.

It's $200,000 this year. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 68)

Mr. Chair, so the planned work scheduled for 2026-2027 includes installation of culverts and chip seal.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 68)

Yeah, thank you. So this year we have scheduled

Highway No. 1, kilometer 25;

Highway No. 3, kilometer 74;

Highway No. 4, kilometer 60.7;

Fort Providence Access Road, 5.3 kilometer; and

Dettah Access Road, 11.3 kilometer.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 68)

Yeah, thank you, Mr. Chair.

So the priorities for all the roads are the safety concerns and, you know, for Highway No. 4, you know, taking away a lot of the dips and trying to straighten out some of the road on a continual basis with the permafrost and stuff. So it's ongoing maintenance, and that's scheduled over the next two years. Thank you, Mr. Chair.