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
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Yellowknife –
June 8, 2026
Public Service Announcement
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.
Yellowknife –
June 4, 2026
Media Statement
Lesa Semmler, Minister of Health and Social Services, issued the following statement in response to the Auditor General’s report on Child and Family Services and recent public discussion about the findings:
June 4, 2026
Media Statement
Vince McKay, Minister responsible for the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC), issued the following statement today after the Legislative Assembly passed Bill 48, An Act to Amend the Workers’ Compensation Act, No. 2:
Yellowknife –
June 4, 2026
Media Statement
Lucy Kuptana, Minister Responsible for Housing Northwest Territories, issued the following statement today regarding the Government of the Northwest Territories’ approach to encampments in Yellowknife and the completion of a new Encampment Response Framework.
June 4, 2026
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
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Mr. Speaker, I recently represented the Northwest Territories in Toronto at the Federal-Provincial-Territorial meeting of Ministers Responsible for addressing Red Tape and improving government efficiencies.
June 4, 2026
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
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