This federal budget has the Northwest Territories' attention. We surveyed a range of leaders on the big-ticket items and some of the gaps they're worried about.
PositionNatasha is Cabin Radio's Ottawa correspondent, reporting on national issues and federal politics through a northern lens. She previously reported for Canada's National Observer.
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Natasha is Cabin Radio's Ottawa correspondent, reporting on national issues and federal politics through a northern lens. She previously reported for Canada's National Observer. Her work is supported by the Metcalf Foundation.
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