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.
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Yellowknife –
June 8, 2026
News Releases
Yellowknife –
June 8, 2026
Media Statement
Premier R.J.
June 8, 2026
Media Advisory
Ministerial Activities Advisory for the week of June 9-15, 2026
Ministerial Travel
Please note that travel schedules may change with little or no notice. This schedule is accurate as of June 8, 2026.
Yellowknife –
June 8, 2026
Public Service Announcement
Give feedback on the Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) Regulations. Responses to survey questions will help inform updates to the ELCC Regulations, improving early learning and child care services in the Northwest Territories.
Yellowknife –
June 8, 2026
Public Service Announcement
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is inviting residents to share feedback on whether the Northwest Territories (NWT) should submit a bid to host the 2035 Canada Winter Games.
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
Public Service Announcement
Preventing human-caused wildfires is a shared responsibility, and we encourage residents and visitors to keep this front of mind this season.
Yellowknife –
June 5, 2026
Public Service Announcement
Phased increases to compliance and licensing fees and Deh Cho Bridge tolls are expected to come into effect starting June 15, 2026.
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Hay River –
June 5, 2026
Public Service Announcement
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is working with the Town of Hay River to support the continued delivery of public library services in the community.
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.