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Yellowknife – February 20, 2026
Media Advisory

Media are invited to attend the 2025-26 Mentor-Apprentice Program gathering, which honours program participants who completed up to 200 hours of one-on-one language learning over the past nine months.

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Yellowknife – February 20, 2026
Media Statement

“Yesterday’s announcement from the Government of Canada extending funding for the Inuit Child First Initiative is a welcome signal that the federal government understands how important these supports are for Inuit children and families.

Yellowknife – February 19, 2026
Public Service Announcement

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT)  will upgrade the NWT eServices Portal in March 2026 to improve security and user experience.

Yellowknife – February 18, 2026
Public Service Announcement

Legal and medical professionals can now apply to serve on the NWT Mental Health Act Review Board. The Board reviews matters involving involuntary admissions under the Mental Health Act. Members bring legal or medical expertise to support fair, timely hearings.

Yellowknife – February 18, 2026
News Releases

Correction: A previous version of this news release incorrectly stated that applications invited through the Expression of Interest draws would be assessed in order of work permit expiry date.

February 17, 2026
Ministers' Statements and Speeches

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Yellowknife – February 17, 2026
Media Statement

Premier R.J. Simpson issued the following statement today, following the Government of Canada’s announcement of the launch of a new Defence Industrial Strategy:

Yellowknife – February 17, 2026
Communiqué

The attached PDF is being distributed on behalf of Home Base Yellowknife, Yellowknife Education District No. 1, Yellowknife Catholic Schools, and the Government of the Northwest Territories.

February 17, 2026
Media Advisory

Media are invited to a news conference announcing the 2026 opening of the Northwest Territories Nominee Program’s Employer-Driven and Francophone streams.

February 16, 2026
Ministers' Statements and Speeches

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Mr. Speaker, primary care is the first point of contact for most residents in our health system. It sets the direction for the care they receive and helps ensure people get the right care, at the right time, from the right provider.

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