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

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 79)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. Deputy minister Cathy Maniego and director of corporate services Miranda Bass.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 79)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. Again, the superintendent covers the whole North Slave region, which, I mean, you can fly out of Yellowknife to get to all the other communities in the North Slave region, and it's more central. So thank you, Mr. Chair.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 79)

Thank you. If I said any amount, I'd probably be taking a gamble on that but I don't want to say that. Thank you, Mr. Chair. That's all part of this work, is we want to make sure that we're able to capture the rough estimates on what could -- the revenues that could potentially be brought in. And from what we've heard through meeting with industry is there's that potential to have quite a bit of money in there in revenues, which I would hope and -- you know, I would like to see a lot of this money come back to the territories and be used for, you know, things related to, like, youth and sports...

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 79)

Yeah, thank you, Mr. Chair. Not all of them. Some of them are application-based but yeah, so they're -- some of them are application-based. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Question 1019-20(1): Building Standards Framework
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 79)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Just follow me. No, I would just say that -- just to be clear with this, it's not that we're not working on it; it is being worked on. Again, we have legislative priorities that were put on the table essentially just to concentrate on, and that's what the department's been doing. So it's not that it's being neglected or wiped off the table or anything like that. We are working on it, and we'll continue to work on it, just not as fast as the Member had hoped and I would hope. Something we all want too. So thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 79)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. No.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 79)

It's for LP, Mr. Chair. Thank you.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 79)

Thank you, Mr. Chair. No, this funding is not used that way. Thank you.

Question 1019-20(1): Building Standards Framework
Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 79)

Yeah, thank you, Mr. Speaker. So the only update I have got is that we actually have slowed down on that work right now just because we've established priorities on working on legislation that they're related to the mandate essentially. Also, I mean, the work's still being done in the background, but it's just not a priority right now. And just maybe to add to that, I think there's more of a national view looking at this so we are going to continue working on it, just not at a priority pace right now. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Debates of , 20th Assembly, 1st Session (day 79)

Yeah, thank you, Mr. Chair. Those are indeterminate positions, that's correct. Thank you, Mr. Chair.