As Rio Tinto’s Diavik Diamond Mine marks its final production this week, the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is recognizing its lasting impact while looking to the future of the territory’s economy and workforce.
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Yellowknife –
March 26, 2026
Media Statement
Yellowknife –
March 23, 2026
Media Statement
Minister Caroline Wawzonek, Minister of Finance and Minister of Strategic Infrastructure, Energy and Supply Chains, issued the following statement today following meetings with the Major Projects Office in Calgary:
Yellowknife –
March 20, 2026
Media Statement
Minister Caitlin Cleveland issued the following statement today to mark National Francophonie Day:
Yellowknife –
March 16, 2026
Media Statement
Minister of Health and Social Services Lesa Semmler released the following statement today in recognition of National Social Work Month 2026:
Yellowknife –
March 12, 2026
Media Statement
Premier R.J. Simpson issued the following statement today in response to Canada’s announcement of new investment in the North:
“Prime Minister Carney’s announcement today marks an important step forward for the Northwest Territories and for Canada’s Arctic.
Yellowknife –
March 9, 2026
Media Statement
Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment Caitlin Cleveland and Sahtu MLA Danny McNeely issued the following statement today following their participation in the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) convention in Toronto.
Yellowknife –
February 28, 2026
Media Statement
Premier R.J. Simpson issued the following statement today in response to Canada’s recognition of the section 35 rights of the North Slave Métis Alliance:
Yellowknife –
February 25, 2026
Media Statement
Today, Minister of Education, Culture and Employment Caitlin Cleveland issued the following statement for Pink Shirt Day:
Yellowknife –
February 25, 2026
Media Statement
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is reminding business owners across the Northwest Territories (NWT) that business licence renewals are due April 1, 2026.
Yellowknife –
February 20, 2026
Media Statement
“Yesterday’s announcement from the Government of Canada extending funding for the Inuit Child First Initiative is a welcome signal that the federal government understands how important these supports are for Inuit children and families.