The Government of the Northwest Territories is seeking applicants to join its Mental Wellness and Addictions Recovery Advisory Group.
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Yellowknife –
June 30, 2026
Public Service Announcement
Yellowknife –
June 19, 2026
Public Service Announcement
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is pleased to announce the three recipients of the 2026 Accessibility Impact Awards.
Yellowknife –
June 15, 2026
Public Service Announcement
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is advising residents that applications are now open for the Extended Health Benefits benefit year that starts on September 1, 2026.
Yellowknife –
June 11, 2026
News Releases
Northwest Territories residents who receive health care in Alberta are now able to access a MyHealth Alberta Account, giving them online access to records related to the care they receive within Alberta.
June 10, 2026
News Releases
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has signed a new two-year Non-Insured Health Benefits agreement with Indigenous Services Canada covering the 2025-26 and 2026-27 fiscal years.
Yellowknife –
June 10, 2026
Public Service Announcement
The Minister of Health and Social Services, Lesa Semmler, is seeking nominations for vacancies on the Regional Wellness Councils for the Beaufort-Delta, Dehcho, Fort Smith, Hay River, Sahtu and Yellowknife regions.
Yellowknife –
June 9, 2026
News Releases
Effective July 1, 2026, patients waiting in hospital for long-term care placement will pay the same accommodation fee they would pay in a long-term care facility.
Yellowknife –
June 8, 2026
News Releases
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is updating how medical travel benefits are administered for residents who have a valid NWT health care card and do not have medical travel coverage through another program, employer plan, or private insurance.
Yellowknife –
June 8, 2026
Public Service Announcement
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) recognizes June 15 as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Acknowledging and openly discussing elder abuse and neglect in our communities can be challenging, but it is essential to protecting the safety, dignity, and
Yellowknife –
June 5, 2026
News Releases
The Government of the Northwest Territories has released the Primary and Community Health Care Framework, setting a long-term direction for primary and community health care across the territory.