“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.
Newsroom
Yellowknife –
February 20, 2026
Media Statement
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.
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.
Backgrounder:
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.
Yellowknife –
February 16, 2026
Media Advisory
Media are invited to attend the announcement of the Home Base Stabilization Education Program (STEP), a collaborative initiative between Home Base Yellowknife, Yellowknife Education District No. 1, Yellowknife Catholic Schools, and the Government of the Northwest Territories.
Yellowknife –
February 12, 2026
Public Service Announcement
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has received lead testing results for Elizabeth Mackenzie Elementary School in Behchokǫ̀ and École St. Joseph School in Yellowknife.
Backgrounder:
Yellowknife –
February 11, 2026
Media Advisory
Media are invited to a press conference announcing details on the 54th Avenue Housing Project, located at the former Rockhill Apartments site.
Yellowknife –
February 9, 2026
Public Service Announcement
If you’re a Northwest Territories artist, craftsperson or curator, the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre (PWNHC) invites you to apply to display your art in the Mezzanine Art Gallery. Selected art will be featured in a six-month exhibition, from June to December 2026.
Fort Smith –
February 4, 2026
Public Service Announcement
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has received drinking water testing results for Paul William Kaeser (PWK) High School and Joseph Burr Tyrrell School (JBT) in Fort Smith.
Backgrounder:
Yellowknife –
February 2, 2026
News Releases
Celebrate Indigenous Languages Month with this year’s theme: Languages Work! Throughout the month, residents are encouraged to recognize the important role Indigenous languages play in the workplace and how they contribute to rewarding and successful careers.