As part of the ongoing Yellowknife Airport Gateway Strategy, the Yellowknife Airport Land Use Plan has been published on the FlyYZF website
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Yellowknife –
October 9, 2026
News Releases
October 9, 2026
News Releases
Premier R.J. Simpson today announced the appointment of Brad Patzer as Deputy Minister of Justice for the Government of the Northwest Territories, effective November 2, 2026.
October 8, 2026
News Releases
Heritage rivers reflect the deep cultural connections between waterways, landscapes, wildlife and the people who have lived, travelled and thrived along them for generations.
Hay River –
October 7, 2026
Public Service Announcement
The Department of Health and Social Services is hosting a community update and information session about the new Long Term Care Facility to be built in Hay River.
Yellowknife –
October 6, 2026
News Releases
Enhanced support for northern producers is here by way of the relaunched Northwest Territories Producers Incentive Program. This program is for producers developing film, television and digital media projects in the Northwest Territories.
October 5, 2026
Media Advisory
Ministerial Travel
Please note that travel schedules may change with little or no notice. This schedule is accurate as of October 5, 2026.
Yellowknife –
October 5, 2026
News Releases
One of the territory’s largest tree planting projects on public lands is now finished, restoring wildfire-affected forests near Sambaa Deh Falls.
Yellowknife –
October 5, 2026
Public Service Announcement
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) and the Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM) are encouraging residents to practice safe charging habits during Fire Prevention Week™, October 4 to 10, 2026.
October 2, 2026
Public Service Announcement
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is inviting residents to upcoming community engagement sessions on the Mackenzie Valley Highway (MVH).
The GNWT is seeking feedback on the project plan, how it may affect communities, and ways to reduce any negative impacts.
Yellowknife –
October 2, 2026
News Releases
The Northwest Territories is the first to contribute to a national initiative that is using advanced technology and innovation to scan historic drill cores and other geological materials.