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October 14, 2025
News Releases

Last week, the Northwest Territories Council of Leaders (NWTCOL), which brings together Indigenous governments and the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT), concluded a successful second federal engagement in Ottawa, strengthening Northern partnerships and advancing shared priorities wi

Yellowknife – October 8, 2025
News Releases

The Tłı̨chǫ Government (TG), Yellowknives Dene First Nation (YKDFN), and Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) are working together to support workers, businesses, and communities affected by recent changes in the diamond mining sector — while laying the foundation for a more diverse res

Yellowknife – October 2, 2025
News Releases

After several seasons of major floods and wildfires, the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is outlining the actions underway to strengthen emergency response and better protect residents and communities.

Yellowknife – September 15, 2025
Media Statement

Premier R.J. Simpson extends his deepest condolences on the passing of Sam Gargan, a respected Elder, leader, and former Speaker of the Legislative Assembly whose lifelong service to the people of the Dehcho and the Northwest Territories leaves an enduring legacy.

Yellowknife – September 11, 2025
News Releases

Premier R.J. Simpson and Minister Caroline Wawzonek respond to the first announcement of Projects of National Interest.

Inuvik – September 5, 2025
News Releases

Premier RJ Simpson, along with Ministers Lesa Semmler, Vince McKay, and senior government officials, joined MLA for Nunakput and Minister of Housing NWT and Status of Women, Lucy Kuptana, on a four-day constituency tour of the Nunakput region.

Yellowknife – September 4, 2025
Public Service Announcement

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is releasing the first public deliverables from the Healthcare System Sustainability Unit (HCSS Unit). 

Yellowknife – August 15, 2025
Communiqué

This is a joint news release between the Government of Yukon, the Government of Northwest Territories and the Government of Nunavut.

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