A long awaited plan to repair the Northwest Territories' flailing health care system has been released.

Officials announced the release of the seven-page Public Administrator's Work Plan shortly after 3 p.m. on May 16. The public administrator will oversee Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA).

鈥淚t is a privilege to serve the NWT, to engage community members, the Regional Wellness Council members and the teams of dedicated staff and physicians who serve the public every day," wrote NTHSSA public administrator Dan Florizon in a press release. "It is a deep honor to return to my place of birth, to participate in improving care, restoring delivery of care as close to home as possible, and contributing to health system sustainability.鈥�

Florizon was appointed to a one-year term on Dec. 16, 2024. According to the report, so far he has reviewed key literature, including legislation around health care as well as the authorities audits and the issues and priorities of the regional wellness councils (RWCs). The report also notes Florizon has been speaking to members of the previous board, which was dismissed late last year.

Still in process are meetings with stakeholders, including all RWCs, Indigenous governments and employee representatives.

Following four main points, the plan aims to have a proposal on how to bring services closer to small communities by November of this year, establishing an employee acquisition plan by June. The plan also calls for a review of budgets and assessment of potential revenue sources, " including supporting the establishment of income assessment and fee collection structures, as applicable" by December. 黑料吃瓜网 has reached out to the GNWT for clarification on what this would look like in practice.

Other goals, such as streamlining the medical travel process are ongoing. A public dashboard is expected to launch on June 1 to monitor the administrator's progress. An updated governance structure for the entire NTHSSA is being planned for mid 2026.

鈥淭he release of the Public Administrator鈥檚 Work Plan marks an important step in strengthening our health and social services system in the Northwest Territories," said Health Minister Lesa Semmler. "This work plan reflects our ongoing commitment to enhancing access to care, improving system sustainability, and fostering strong leadership within the NTHSSA. I look forward to the continued collaboration between Mr. Florizone, NTHSSA and Department of Health and Social Services leadership, and communities to ensure that our health and social services meet the needs of all NWT residents.鈥�