A fire ban is in place for all public and private lands in the South Slave Region – from the west of the Slave River at Fort Smith through Fort Resolution, and stretching to the east to the border with the Dehcho Region.
This is effective through July 28 and may be extended if necessary.
This affects the following communities:
The Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre (PWNHC) is accepting submissions from NWT artists, craftspeople, curators, and groups to display their art in the Mezzanine Gallery art exhibit space in 2024.
The deadline for applications is August 30, 2023.
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is pleased to provide space for art exhibits which reflect the diverse cultures and history of the NWT.
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) with assistance from the City of Yellowknife Municipal Enforcement Division, conducted a roadside drug and alcohol survey from July 12 to 15, 2023 in Yellowknife.
The survey collected data on the use of alcohol and drugs by nighttime drivers in Yellowknife. The information collected will contribute to the national picture of the prevalence of impaired driving and inform GNWT public education and awareness efforts going forward.
Today, the order declaring that the community of Tsiigehtchic is under Administration is in effect. This order will remain in effect until it is repealed at a date to be determined.
The Minister of Municipal and Community Affairs (MACA) has determined that having an Administrator in place is an important step to support the community’s successful transition to a Hamlet.
Environment and Climate Change Minister Shane Thompson issued the following statement today following the tragic death of a Fort Liard firefighter near the community on July 15, 2023:
“I am deeply saddened by the news that a Fort Liard firefighter has passed away from an injury sustained while fighting a wildfire near their community on Saturday afternoon.
“My thoughts are with their family, friends, and colleagues during this unimaginable tragedy.
Effective immediately and until further notice, a fire ban is in effect for Hidden Lake Territorial Park.
Paddlers and campers are advised to use only camp stoves for cooking.
Information about fire bans and territorial park closures can be found under alerts on Industry, Tourism and Investment’s NWT Parks website.
You can also follow NWT Parks on twitter at @NWTParks or Facebook at fb.com/nwtparks for updates.
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Due to current weather conditions, the Town of Hay River has banned open air fires within municipal boundaries.
Effective immediately and until further notice, a fire ban is now also in place for the Hay River Territorial Park and campground.
Camp stoves, enclosed BBQs and propane-fueled cooking and heating devices are permitted for use in NWT Parks. They must be placed within regulation fire pits and should not emit a flame more than 0.5 metres in diameter and 0.5 metres in height.
The Department of Municipal and Community Affairs is now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 Northwest Territories (NWT) Youth Ambassadors Program. The program provides NWT youth with opportunities to build leadership skills through participation at special events and volunteer assignments. In the past, NWT Youth Ambassadors have attended the Arctic Winter Games, Canada Winter Games, Canada Summer Games, and the North American Indigenous Games. This cohort will have the opportunity to volunteer at the 2024 Arctic Winter Games in Mat-Su, Alaska.
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has announced the 2023 adjustment to minimum wage in the Northwest Territories (NWT).
Effective September 1, 2023, the minimum wage will increase from $15.20 per hour to $16.05 per hour. This change reflects the percentage changes in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the average hourly wage for 2021 and 2022.
The attached is being distributed on behalf of the Northern Premiers Forum.
