Last week, the Northwest Territories Council of Leaders (NWTCOL), which brings together Indigenous governments and the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT), concluded a successful second federal engagement in Ottawa, strengthening Northern partnerships and advancing shared priorities wi
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October 14, 2025
News Releases
October 14, 2025
Media Advisory
Ministerial Activities Advisory for the week of October 14-20, 2025
Ministerial Travel
Please note that travel schedules may change with little or no notice. This schedule is accurate as of October 14, 2025.
October 9, 2025
News Releases
Premier R.J.
Yellowknife –
October 8, 2025
News Releases
The Tłı̨chǫ Government (TG), Yellowknives Dene First Nation (YKDFN), and Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) are working together to support workers, businesses, and communities affected by recent changes in the diamond mining sector — while laying the foundation for a more diverse res
October 6, 2025
Media Advisory
Ministerial Activities Advisory for the week of October 7-13, 2025
Ministerial Travel
Please note that travel schedules may change with little or no notice. This schedule is accurate as of October 6, 2025.
Yellowknife –
October 6, 2025
Public Service Announcement
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is recognizing Fire Prevention Week™ from October 5 to 11, 2025. This year’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home,” emphasizes the importance of buying, charging, and recycling lithium-ion batteries safely.
Yellowknife –
October 6, 2025
Public Service Announcement
Hey NWT drivers – especially our new and younger drivers – Canadian Youth Road Safety Week is coming up from October 20 to 26. It’s all about starting the conversation on safe driving and cutting out risky behaviours that put you and others at risk.
Yellowknife –
October 3, 2025
Communiqué
The attached is being distributed on behalf of the Acho Dene Koe First Nation and the Government of the Northwest Territories.
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Fort Good Hope –
October 3, 2025
News Releases
Honourable Lucy Kuptana, Minister Responsible for Housing NWT and Status of Women, joined Member for Sahtu Danny McNeely on a four-day constituency tour of the Sahtu region.
Yellowknife –
October 2, 2025
News Releases
After several seasons of major floods and wildfires, the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is outlining the actions underway to strengthen emergency response and better protect residents and communities.