Yellowknife — November 30, 2021
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is pleased to announce that at 10 a.m. this morning, the Tłı̨chǫ Highway opened to the public. This new all-season road connects the community of Whatì to Highway 3 via the Whatı̀ Access Road.
While this is exciting news for our territory, the GNWT reminds residents to drive safely, respect the posted speed limit and watch for wildlife on the road. Two pull-outs are available at Km 24 and Km 77 where drivers can park safely. Garbage bins are available at both pull-outs, we ask drivers to not litter and help keep our highways clean and safe. Cellular service is not available on most of the highway.
In order to protect our communities from the potential spread of COVID-19, the Office of the Public Health Officer (OCPHO) reminds residents to stay home if they are feeling any signs or symptoms of COVID-19 or are feeling even just a little sick. Before travelling to another community, do some research to understand the COVID-19 importation risks of where you are coming from and where you are going to. Be aware of the travel recommendations and of any gathering or travel restrictions in place in each community.
If you are visiting family or friends in Whatı̀, especially elders, the OCPHO recommends asking permission to visit, wearing a mask, visiting in a large room or outdoors if possible, limiting your visit to short periods, and to stay home if you feel even a little sick.
The GNWT and OCPHO wish you safe travels on the Tłı̨chǫ Highway.
Edzanèk’e dèek’àowo eyıts’ǫ dǫ hotıı̀ gedaa gha eghàladaa wenı̨htł’èkǫ̀ (OCPHO) Tłı̨chǫ Tı̨lıdeè k’e ts’èhwhı̨ı̨̀ k’ehoahde welı̀ naxegı̨ı̨hwhǫ.
Links:
- Winter driving safety recommendations
- Highway Conditions Map
- Current Public Health Orders
- Community of Whatì
For media requests, please contact:
Department of Infrastructure
Government of the Northwest Territories