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Yellowknife – June 2, 2026
Public Service Announcement

The Twin Falls Park Trail is closed due to erosion along the riverbank. This erosion creates a serious risk to the public. If you hope to visit the territorial parks in the area, please plan accordingly.

Yellowknife – May 19, 2026
Media Statement

Minister Jay Macdonald, Minister Caitlin Cleveland, and Minister Caroline Wawzonek issued the following statements today in response to the launch of the Mackenzie Valley Environmental Impact Review Board’s new Regional Database and Major Project Review Tool.

Yellowknife – May 14, 2026
Public Service Announcement

Many Northwest Territories Parks and Campgrounds will open beginning May 15, 2026. 

2026 Campground Opening Dates:

North Slave Region

Yellowknife – May 4, 2026
Media Statement

Minister Caitlin Cleveland issued the following statement today regarding the Ekati Diamond Mine operator filing for protection under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act:

Yellowknife – April 17, 2026
News Releases

Two new and five updated arts programs, offered through the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT), are now open for applications. These programs were redesigned by integrating changes and feedback heard from artists and organizations through a variety of engagements.

Yellowknife – April 8, 2026
News Releases

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has released Tourism 2030: Sustainable Journeys Ahead, a five-year strategy to grow and strengthen the territory’s tourism economy.

Yellowknife – March 26, 2026
Media Statement

As Rio Tinto’s Diavik Diamond Mine marks its final production this week, the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is recognizing its lasting impact while looking to the future of the territory’s economy and workforce.

Yellowknife – March 9, 2026
Media Statement

Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment Caitlin Cleveland and Sahtu MLA Danny McNeely issued the following statement today following their participation in the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) convention in Toronto.

March 3, 2026
News Releases

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has released an updated assessment of mineral potential across the eastern Northwest Territories, specific to the area known as the Slave Geological Province.

March 2, 2026
News Releases

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is updating the Mining Incentive Program (MIP) to better support mineral exploration across the territory.

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