Effective April 1, 2023: the Departments of Lands and Environment and Natural Resources have merged into one.

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Air quality

Find out about factors affecting air quality in the Northwest Territories, as well as monitoring programs, regulations and guidelines.

Climate change

How climate change affects the natural environment in the Northwest Territories, and the actions we take to protect them.

Conservation planning

Information about conservation network planning in the Northwest Territories.

Contaminants

Information about spills, hazardous waste and contaminated site in the Northwest Territories.

Education and outreach

Learn about the spectacular Northwest Territories outdoors. Explore these resources for students of all ages.

Fire

Information on current wildfire conditions, operations, FireSmart and Community Protection Plans.

Forest resources

Information about stewardship, protection and sustainable management of forest resources on 40-million hectares of land in the NWT.

Funding programs

Programs and services providing funding to NWT residents.

Hunting, trapping and harvesting

How to get hunting and fishing licences, and important information about hunting, trapping and harvesting regulations in the NWT.

Land Management and Enforcement

Learn about enforcement authorities, the Resource Management Officer Training Program and how to report land issues.

Land Use Planning

Information about land use planning initiatives to guide decision-making about what activities should take place on public lands in the Northwest Territories.

Leases, Permits and Fees

How to apply for recreational, residential, industrial and commercial leases, land use permits and pay fees.

Legislation, Regulations, Policies and Guidelines

Information about legislation, regulations, policy and guidelines related to land management.

Monitoring

Information about environmental monitoring and research, an important part of wildlife and environmental management.

Permits and licences

Programs and services requiring permits and licences to conduct various activities around the NWT.

Public Land Use and Maps

Learn about different land designations, the appropriate and safe use of public land and explore maps.

Research and data

Information on how to apply for and conduct research, view and share data, traditional knowledge, reports, publications and research stations.

Securities, Environmental and Project Assessment

Learn about environmental and project assessment, and how securities are managed in the NWT.

Waste Reduction and Recycling

Ensuring residents have access to sustainable waste management resources and programs

Water

Information on water stewardship, water monitoring and assessment, community-based monitoring and transboundary water agreements.

Wildlife and nature

How we manage and protect plants, animals, and species at risk in the Northwest Territories.