Yellowknife

Apply for Small and Medium Arts Project Grants

The Government of the Northwest Territories is now accepting funding proposals for the Small and Medium Arts Project Grants for projects starting in September 2025.

The Small Arts Project Grant provides up to $5,000 to emerging to mid-career artists, craftspeople and small groups to cover costs for small-scale arts projects (traditional apparel, paintings, etc.) such as art supplies (beads, thread, furs, etc.) studio fees, illustration and design costs, and artistic development.

Territorial Housing Needs Assessment survey is now open

The Territorial Housing Needs Assessment (THNA) survey opens today, giving residents across the Northwest Territories a chance to share their experiences and priorities when it comes to housing.

This is the first time in over 20 years that a housing study of this scale has been done across the entire NWT. The THNA will give a clear, up-to-date picture of housing challenges at the community, regional, and territorial levels, and help shape better housing programs and funding decisions.

Minister Caitlin Cleveland responds to the findings of the independent investigation into school water testing

Minister of Education, Culture and Employment Caitlin Cleveland issued the following statement today following the public release of the third-party investigation into elevated lead levels in school drinking water systems:

“As a parent, a lifelong resident of Yellowknife, and the Minister of Education, I want to begin by acknowledging how difficult and distressing this situation has been for families, students, and staff. I understand the frustration and concern that many are feeling.

Update on Lead Testing in NWT Schools: GNWT taking interdepartmental approach to address water testing issues in Yellowknife schools

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) continues to take action to address concerns about the presence of lead in water in some Yellowknife schools. Since our last update, which shared preliminary testing results, we have received Stantec’s final reports, which confirms preliminary findings and have also completed an internal review to understand why initial action was delayed when the water testing initiative first rolled out in 2025, and to identify ways to improve.

Fuel prices updated in 12 NWT communities

Effective today, fuel prices will be updated in 12 of 16 communities serviced by the Department of Infrastructure’s Petroleum Products Program.   

Prices are being updated in Colville Lake, Délı̨nę, Fort Good Hope, Gametì, Jean Marie River, Nahanni Butte, Sambaa K’e Tsiigehtchic. Tulita, Wekweètì, Whatì, and Wrigley to reflect the cost of fuel delivered through the 2024/25 winter resupply program. In some instances, the changes are small and only impact a few fuel types.

Federal, Provincial, and Territorial Ministers Reaffirm Commitment to Advance Gender Equality at Annual Meeting in Yellowknife

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Federal, Provincial, and Territorial Ministers Reaffirm Commitment to Advance Gender Equality at Annual Meeting in Yellowknife

Environment ministers discussed the relationship among contaminated sites, climate change and reconciliation, air quality, and other environmental priorities

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Environment ministers discussed the relationship among contaminated sites, climate change and reconciliation, air quality, and other environmental priorities

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