Today, the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) notified Canvas learning management platform users of a security incident involving Instructure, Canvas’ parent company.
The Early Childhood Infrastructure Fund now has three distinct funding streams: the Major Projects Fund, the Minor Projects Fund, and the Developmental (Needs Assessment) Projects Fund.
The new funding streams simplify the Early Childhood Infrastructure Fund application process and help create new licensed early learning and child care spaces. Funding priority will be given to communities with limited or non-existent early learning and child care programming.
Water testing for Łutsel K’e Dene School, Łutsel K’e is complete. Testing has confirmed that all water fixtures show lead levels below the maximum acceptable concentration (MAC) set out in the Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality.
No remediation or mitigation measures are required, and Łutsel K’e Dene School can use sinks and water fountains normally.
Apply now for the Northwest Territories Youth Water Stewardship and Mentorship Grant Program, designed to empower young leaders in water stewardship. This program, offered annually, provides funding opportunities for youth aged 18 to 30 to lead community projects and events that support the vision and goals of Northern Voices, Northern Waters: The NWT Water Stewardship Strategy. This year’s deadline to apply is June 26, 2026, so don’t delay.
Bears are active in the NWT. We’re reminding everyone that avoiding bear encounters starts with you. Residents can take quick and easy steps to practice bear safety this season.
Don’t invite them in!
Avoiding encounters starts with not inviting bears to your home, cabin, or community. Attractants are almost always the cause. Negative encounters are more likely when bears are in populated areas, and if bears get habituated to human food and garbage, they are more likely to stay close to people and less likely to stay in the wild.
The deadline has been extended for legal and medical professionals to apply to serve on the NWT Mental Health Act Review Board.
The Board reviews matters involving involuntary admission under the Mental Health Act. Members bring legal or medical expertise to support fair and timely hearings.
Many Northwest Territories Parks and Campgrounds will open beginning May 15, 2026.
North Slave Region
South Slave Region
Have your say on the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT)’s 2027-2028 budget and fiscal situation.
The Northwest Territories is navigating a period of economic transition as major resource projects wind down, global uncertainty grows, and costs continue to rise. At the same time, new opportunities are emerging through partnerships, infrastructure investment, and a renewed focus on building resilient communities and a more diversified economy for the future.
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has received lead testing results for Deh Gah School in Fort Providence, Mezi Community School in Whati and Jean Wetrade School in Gametį̀. Testing has confirmed that some water fixtures show lead levels above the maximum acceptable concentration (MAC) set out in the Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality. As a result, the Office of the Chief Public Health Officer (OCPHO) has issued a Public Health Order for the schools.
Marine Transportation Services (MTS) has set its cargo acceptance dates and sailing schedule for the 2026 season.
Cargo acceptance dates are the final dates MTS will receive cargo at its terminals for delivery to communities across the Mackenzie River system, Great Slave Lake and the Western Arctic.
Customers are encouraged to review the schedule and plan shipments early. Cargo received after the cut-off dates may not be accepted.
