The next phase of work is now underway on the site of the new 50-unit social housing multi-plex in downtown Yellowknife. Site mobilization started on March 3rd, with on-the-ground construction activities scheduled to begin later this month.
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Yellowknife –
March 17, 2026
News Releases
Yellowknife –
March 17, 2026
News Releases
Team NT concluded the 2026 Arctic Winter Games in Whitehorse with an outstanding showing across sport and culture, marked by record‑breaking performances, multiple gold‑medal moments, and a strong overall medal tally.
Yellowknife –
March 16, 2026
News Releases
Premier R.J.
March 16, 2026
Media Advisory
Ministerial Activities Advisory for the week of March 17-23, 2026
Ministerial Travel
Please note that travel schedules may change with little or no notice. This schedule is accurate as of March 16, 2026.
March 16, 2026
Public Service Announcement
You can now nominate an NWT resident for the 2026 GNWT Accessibility and Inclusion Award. This annual award is an opportunity to recognize the contributions that help make the territory more accessible and inclusive for persons with disabilities.
Yellowknife –
March 16, 2026
Media Statement
Minister of Health and Social Services Lesa Semmler released the following statement today in recognition of National Social Work Month 2026:
Yellowknife –
March 16, 2026
Public Service Announcement
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has released the What We Heard Report summarizing feedback gathered during engagement on Phase II of the P
Yellowknife –
March 13, 2026
Public Service Announcement
Correction: The previous release of this PSA on March 12 stated the Technical Safety Act had come into force. The PSA should have stated the Technical Safety Act received assent and will come into force summer 2026.
Yellowknife –
March 12, 2026
Media Statement
Premier R.J. Simpson issued the following statement today in response to Canada’s announcement of new investment in the North:
“Prime Minister Carney’s announcement today marks an important step forward for the Northwest Territories and for Canada’s Arctic.
Fort McPherson –
March 12, 2026
News Releases
Housing NWT has completed two new three-bedroom modular duplexes in Fort McPherson, adding four new social housing units to help meet housing needs in the community.