The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is announcing that Housing NWT is now accepting applications for single intake homeowner repair programs.

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is now accepting nominations for the Education Hall of Fame for induction in June 2023.

The Education Hall of Fame provides lasting recognition and gratitude towards those who have provided exemplary service or made a lasting impression to the field of education in the Northwest Territories.

Residents are encouraged to nominate an individual, team or organization in one of the five new awards categories: Community Outreach, Early Childhood, JK-12,
Post-Secondary, and Leadership.

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has released a draft Homelessness Strategy, titled A Way Home: A Comprehensive Strategy to Address Homelessness in the Northwest Territories, and is seeking feedback from the public.

Addressing ongoing housing issues across the Northwest Territories (NWT) has been and remains a key mandate priority of the GNWT. While the GNWT currently provides safe housing options for those in need of assistance through shelters and multiple programs, homelessness remains a reality experienced by far too many residents.

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is seeking input on the first phase of proposed amendments to the Child Day Care Standards Regulations.

The first phase includes:

The Government of the Northwest Territories would like to advise residents that the winter road season is coming to an end. Drivers should check the highway conditions map before embarking on their journey.

As temperatures increase and ice begins to melt, road conditions can quickly become unsafe for travel. While every effort will be made to provide advance notice, roads may need to close quickly.

The Government of the Northwest Territories has launched a new campaign to raise awareness about Elder abuse and neglect.

You have a Right to be Safe in Your Home and in Your Community is the first stage of a broader campaign to create awareness and understanding of Elder abuse, contributing factors, and how to prevent and stop it.

A poster and fact sheet have been developed to share information on the different types of abuse Elders can experience, including financial, psychological, physical and sexual abuse, and neglect.

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is inviting residents to provide feedback on two highway infrastructure projects: the replacement of the Jean Marie River bridge and the removal of existing culverts and new bridge construction at Redknife River.

The Jean Marie River Bridge – located on highway 1 approximately 65 km south of Fort Simpson – requires replacement as it is reaching the end of its life cycle.

Diavik Diamond Mine (March 21, 2023) – The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has been made aware of a “mine-impacted water” spill at the Diavik Diamond Mine, located 300km northeast of Yellowknife.

Diavik reported a spill of 450,000 cubic metres of water used in mining operations on March 16th, 2023. The spill was caused by breakage in a pipeline which transports mine-impacted water.

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) released its latest Social Indicators COVID-19 Pandemic report. The report examines the potential social impacts of health measures taken to protect against COVID-19.

Highlights of the report’s findings include:

The month of March is a busy time for travel in the territory with increased traffic on our highways and winter roads. The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) reminds residents and commercial drivers to drive safely, keep a close eye on weather conditions and be prepared for unexpected challenges.