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Yellowknife – February 3, 2026
News Releases

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has released the 2024-2025 Energy Initiatives Report, outlining progress made over the past fiscal year to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, stabilize energy costs, and support long-term energy security across the Northwest Territories.

February 2, 2026
Media Advisory

Ministerial Travel 

Please note that travel schedules may change with little or no notice. This schedule is accurate as of February 2, 2026. 

No travel scheduled for this time period.
 

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.

January 30, 2026
Media Statement

Premier R.J. Simpson issued the following statement today regarding Imperial Oil’s announcement about future operations in Norman Wells:

Yellowknife – January 29, 2026
Public Service Announcement

Stone and Bone to Code and Chrome: Ice Age to the Information Age is a new exhibit opening in the auditorium at the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre (PWNHC).  

Yellowknife – January 29, 2026
Public Service Announcement

The GNWT is hosting community meetings to share an update on the Mackenzie Valley Highway and talk about what’s coming next.


These sessions are a chance to:

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 28, 2026
News Releases

The Missing Persons Act and its supporting regulations and forms have come into force. The new legislation has been put in place to provide additional tools to assist police in investigating reports of missing persons in the Northwest Territories.

Yellowknife – January 28, 2026
Public Service Announcement

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) invites all residents to help with renaming two Housing Northwest Territories  Buildings used for social housing in Yellowknife.

Share your suggestions for names for:

Yellowknife – January 28, 2026
Public Service Announcement

Winter in the Northwest Territories offers incredible opportunities to get out on the land. Snowmobiling is one of the best ways to get out and enjoy the season. But before you hit the trails, make sure safety is part of your ride.

Here are some quick tips to keep in mind:

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