Public Service Announcement

End of street parking on Yellowknife Airport property

Effective July 15, 2023, Yellowknife Airport will no longer allow street parking on airport property on Bristol Court, Bristol Avenue and Berry Street. This will allow for more efficient and effective maintenance activities on airport property.

Previously, paid parking had been allowed in these areas through a pay-by-phone service. All pay-by-phone signage will be replaced with no parking signs. Notices will be posted on parked vehicles by June 15. All vehicles remaining parked at the locations mentioned above on and after July 15, 2023, will be towed at owner’s expense.

Jennifer Bowen presents research on Métis artist Donald J. Cardinal’s artwork at PWNHC

Join the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre (PWNHC) and Jennifer Bowen for the presentation of her research looking at the emergence of Cree/Métis artist Donald J. Cardinal and his artwork created between 1960 to the 1980s.

Through his paintings, Donald J. Cardinal explored cultural traditions and a love for the North.

Donald J. Cardinal’s paintings will be on display during the presentation.  

Date: Thursday, June 15, 2023
Time: 6:30 to 7:30 pm
Location: Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre Auditorium

Applications being accepted for Early Learning and Child Care Scholarships

Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is now accepting applications for Early Learning and Child Care Scholarships for the 2023-2024 school year.

  • Part-time students are eligible for up to $500 per course, to a maximum of $2,500 per school year
  • Full-time students are eligible for $5,000 per school year

The scholarship is for students enrolled in a diploma or degree program with a direct focus in early childhood development at accredited post-secondary institution. In-person or online programs are accepted.

Nominations extended for Minister Responsible for Persons with Disabilities’ Award for Accessibility and Inclusion 2023

Yellowknife (June 8, 2023) – The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has extended the nomination period for the 2023 Minister Responsible for Persons with Disabilities’ Award for Accessibility and Inclusion.

The annual award provides an opportunity to recognize the accomplishments of an outstanding volunteer, community member or business that strives to make the NWT more inclusive and accessible for persons with disabilities.

Fire Ban Lifted: Fort Simpson and Sambaa Deh Falls Territorial Parks

The fire ban in effect at the Fort Simpson and Sambaa Deh Falls Territorial Parks has been lifted. 

NWT Parks reminds parks users that campfires should only be lit in designated fire pits and must always be kept control.  Keep a bucket of water, sand, and a shovel handy.  Be sure to extinguish your fire before you go to sleep or when you leave the site. Remember that if your fire is too hot to touch, it is too hot to leave.

Outfitter Licences now available

A limited number of Outfitter Licences are now available for Units U and R. This licence is required if you plan on providing equipment and guides for people hunting big game, or if you expect to receive money, goods, or services in exchange for these services. The number of licences are limited, and complete applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis.

To apply, complete the Outfitter Licence application and include:

•    A Certificate of Good Standing from Corporate Registries

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