The Northwest Territories is the first to contribute to a national initiative that is using advanced technology and innovation to scan historic drill cores and other geological materials.
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Yellowknife –
October 2, 2026
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October 2, 2026
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Delivery is underway for 10 new modular housing units to Fort Providence as part of a Housing NWT project to deliver 98 new social housing units for singles across the Northwest Territories.
Yellowknife –
October 1, 2026
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Housing NWT has adjusted rental rates for its Market Housing Program to better reflect changing market conditions and the cost of delivering housing in communities across the Northwest Territories.
Hay River –
October 1, 2026
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Premier R.J. Simpson today announced the appointment of Ms. Shannon Barnett-Aikman as the Deputy Minister of Education, Culture and Employment for the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT), effective October 1, 2026.
Yellowknife –
September 23, 2026
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The new Redknife River Bridge is now open to traffic on Highway 1. The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) and De Beers completed construction of the bridge improving the highway crossing and restoring year-round fish passage for migratory species.
Yellowknife –
September 23, 2026
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The Northwest Territories (NWT) has officially ended seasonal time change.
Yellowknife –
September 22, 2026
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The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) and the City of Yellowknife have jointly decided not to proceed with pursuing the opportunity to host the 2035 Canada Winter Games.
September 14, 2026
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The governments of Saskatchewan, Alberta and the Northwest Territories have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on nuclear energy with the goal of strengthening grid reliability and enhancing regional electricity transmission infrastructure.
Ulukhaktok –
September 11, 2026
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Housing NWT has reached an important milestone in its plan to deliver 98 new housing units for singles to communities across the Northwest Territories, with the first 10 modular units now on-site in Ulukhaktok.
Yellowknife –
September 10, 2026
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Minister of Education, Culture and Employment Caitlin Cleveland announced a new funding program today to help communities prepare residents for employment opportunities associated with upcoming major projects across the Northwest Territories.