The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has confirmed the first case of white-nose syndrome (WNS) and the fungus that causes the disease (Pseudogymnoascus destructans or Pd) in the Fort Smith area as part of ongoing bat monitoring.
Newsroom
Yellowknife –
June 16, 2026
Public Service Announcement
Yellowknife –
June 16, 2026
Public Service Announcement
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is inviting residents to provide feedback on proposed changes to the Student Record Regulations under the Education Act.
Yellowknife –
June 16, 2026
Public Service Announcement
Phased increases to most compliance and licensing fees are expected to come into effect starting June 15, 2026.
Backgrounder:
Yellowknife –
June 16, 2026
News Releases
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is investing approximately $140 million in highway infrastructure improvements across the territory as part of the 2026 summer construction season.
June 15, 2026
Media Advisory
Ministerial Travel
Please note that travel schedules may change with little or no notice. This schedule is accurate as of June 15, 2026.
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 12, 2026
Communiqué
The attached document is being distributed on behalf of Collège nordique francophone, NWT Literacy Council and the Government of the Northwest Territories.
Backgrounder:
Yellowknife –
June 12, 2026
Public Service Announcement
Two online information sessions on the Northwest Territories Nominee Program will take place June 16 and June 18, 2026.
Yellowknife –
June 11, 2026
News Releases
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is implementing a renewed Vendor Complaint Process to better support government procurement. The updated process includes new ways for vendors to raise concerns before a contract is awarded.
Yellowknife –
June 11, 2026
Public Service Announcement
2222 Hi-Rez NDN: The Cyberpunk Smoke Signals of Morgan Zoe is a new exhibition opening at the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre (PWNHC). The opening reception will be on Thursday, June 25, from 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. in the PWNHC café.