The new GNWT.ca website is now available. This new site organizes GNWT programs, services, and information around topics, themes and tasks. Try the new GNWT.ca site today.
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) wants to improve GNWT websites for residents. From April to July 2023 a firm was contracted to conduct user research in order to learn more about NWT resident’s experiences interacting with GNWT websites. Resident feedback was collected through a survey and a series of focus groups, and web analytics were used to further determine user behaviour and needs. A total of 136 survey responses were collected, and six focus groups were completed with different audiences.
Pre-registration is available for evacuees staying in Alberta, the Yukon and Manitoba. Flight hubs across Alberta are currently being identified and will be finalized based on need across the province. Evacuees can also pre-register for flights from Whitehorse, Yukon and Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Pursuant to Section 17 of the Emergency Management Act and following the declaration of a state of emergency by the Minister on August 15, 2023, the Minister of Municipal and Community Affairs directs that residents of the City of Yellowknife, Ndılǫ, Dettah and Ingraham Trail begin evacuating.