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Yellowknife – October 21, 2025
Ministers' Statements and Speeches

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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate the participants who represented Team NT and the NWT Youth Ambassadors Program at the 2025 Canada Summer Games that were held in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, from August 8 to 24. 

Yellowknife – October 20, 2025
Ministers' Statements and Speeches

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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 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.

Yellowknife – September 25, 2025
Public Service Announcement

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) and the Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM) are calling on all residents to take part in Test Your Smoke Alarm Day on Sunday, September 28, 2025.

September 22, 2025
Public Service Announcement

Concussion Awareness Week is being recognized across Canada this year from September 21 to 27, 2025. This national initiative aims to raise awareness on how to prevent, identify, and manage concussions, particularly in sports, recreation, and everyday life.

Yellowknife – September 17, 2025
Public Service Announcement

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is inviting nominations for the 2025 NWT Outstanding Volunteer Awards.

September 11, 2025
Public Safety Bulletin
Current Evacuation Notification Status: Fort Providence – Update: Evacuation Notice
September 11, 2025
Public Safety Bulletin

The Community of Fort Providence is advising residents that the Community is de-escalating the Evacuation Order to an Evacuation Notice due to a decreased fire risk at this time.

September 10, 2025
Public Safety Bulletin
Current Evacuation Notification Status: Fort Providence – Evacuation Order

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