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Yellowknife – February 9, 2026
Ministers' Statements and Speeches

Check against delivery.

February 6, 2026
Ministers' Statements and Speeches

Check against delivery

Yellowknife – February 5, 2026
Public Service Announcement

The annual report on NWT Medical Travel Services is now released. This report carries updated information on medical travel costs and uses for the 2022-23 to 2024-25 reporting period.

Yellowknife – January 28, 2026
Public Service Announcement

The Office of the Chief Public Health Officer (CPHO) has lifted the Health Orders previously in place at École William McDonald Middle School and N.J. Macpherson School, following confirmation that lead levels in drinking water no longer exceed Health Canada guidelines.

Yellowknife – January 20, 2026
News Releases

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) and the NWT Council of Leaders are hosting a three-day summit in Yellowknife from January 20 to 22, 2026.

Yellowknife – January 19, 2026
Public Service Announcement

Residents across the Northwest Territories are invited to share their perspectives on mental wellness and addictions recovery services. Your feedback will help improve access, equity, and culturally safe supports for people and families across the NWT.

Yellowknife – January 13, 2026
Public Service Announcement

Discover a new video series that celebrates Indigenous systems of care and the important role they serve in supporting children, youth, and families across the NWT.  

Yellowknife – January 13, 2026
News Releases

Health and Social Services providers in select primary care and community health settings across the Northwest Territories are beginning to use Mika AI Scribe, a new tool that creates draft clinical notes during patient visits.