The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has released its 2026 Spring Water Outlook, providing an early assessment of water levels and flood risk across the territory as spr
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Yellowknife –
April 17, 2026
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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.
Paulatuk –
April 14, 2026
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Housing NWT has completed construction of a new three-bedroom modular duplex in Paulatuk, adding two new social housing units. These units replace homes that had reached the end of their service life, ensuring continued access to safe and suitable housing for families in the community.
Yellowknife –
April 13, 2026
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The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is recognizing National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. Every year during the second week of April, the telecommunications personnel in the public safety community are honoured.
Yellowknife –
April 9, 2026
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The attached release is being distributed on behalf of the Conference of Management Authorities.
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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 –
April 7, 2026
News Releases
The Be Ready! Campaign has officially relaunched with a focus on awareness, knowledge, and confidence in emergency preparedness for individuals and households year-round in the Northwest Territories (NWT).
Yellowknife –
April 2, 2026
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In support of the Government of the Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) commitment to ongoing and continuous improvement of health and social services programs, the GNWT is sharing the results of the recent compliance audit on French language primary care services.
Yellowknife –
April 1, 2026
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As of today, smoking is no longer permitted in all Housing NWT owned-and-operated units, including social housing. This change is part of the GNWT’s commitment to ensuring a healthier, safer living environment for all residents.
Yellowknife –
March 31, 2026
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The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is now accepting applications for funding to support projects that reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and replace fossil fuel use across the territory.