The Northwest Territories’ 2026 allocation for the Nominee Program was increased by 103 nominees this week, bringing this year’s total allocation to 300.

Hay River – August 6, 2026

News Releases

Premier Simpson assumes Chair of Council of the Federation

Northwest Territories Premier R.J. Simpson has officially assumed the Chair of the Council of the Federation, taking over the role from Prince Edward Island Premier Robert Lantz.

Yellowknife – August 5, 2026

Public Service Announcement

Cancer in the Northwest Territories, 2011 – 2022 technical report released

The Government of Northwest Territories has released a technical report on Cancer in the Northwest Territories from 2011 to 2022. The report provides a territorial overview of cancer diagnoses, cancer-related deaths, and cancer screening trends over this 11 year period.

Hay River – August 5, 2026

News Releases

Support for NWT fishers bolstered with updated funding and fish plant accreditation

Upgrades to a key funding program, along with a new accreditation for the Hay River fish plant, are renewing momentum in the Northwest Territories’ commercial fishing industry this open water season.

Yellowknife – August 4, 2026

News Releases

Fairbanks, Alaska Confirmed as Host of the 2028 Arctic Winter Games

After consideration of an unsolicited bid from Fairbanks, Alaska, the Arctic Winter Games International Committee (AWGIC) has decided to go ahead with the 2028 Arctic Winter Games.

Yellowknife – August 4, 2026

Media Advisory

Ministerial Activities Advisory for the week of August 4-10, 2026

Ministerial Travel
Please note that travel schedules may change with little or no notice. This schedule is accurate as of August 4, 2026.

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