Residents and visitors are advised to drive with caution and be aware of the increased activity along Old Airport Road on the morning of April 11, 2025. A map outlining the location of the temporary crosswalk and speed reduction zone is included below for reference.
City of Yellowknife
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SKILLS CANADA NWT TEMPORARY CROSSWALK

Lisa Iesse
By Lisa Iesse

The city of Yellowknife is implementing temporary measures on Old Airport Road today.  Skills Canada NWT is hosting a competition at Summit Air on Old Airport Road today and city of Yellowknife announced they will add a temporary crosswalk and reduce speed limits. They will also redirect parking in the area.

“Due to the expected number of participants, overflow parking will be directed to the Bristol Pit parking lot, leading to an increase in pedestrian traffic across Old Airport Road between Summit Air and the parking lot,” said the city. 

To help with pedestrian safety, the city is implementing the following temporary measures along Old Airport Road: 

  • A temporary crosswalk will be installed at key pedestrian crossing points. 
  • Speed limit signs will be posted, reducing the speed to 30 km/h around increased pedestrian traffic. 

“Residents and visitors are advised to drive with caution and be aware of the increased activity along Old Airport Road on the morning of April 11, 2025. A map outlining the location of the temporary crosswalk and speed reduction zone is included below for reference,” said city staff. 

 

Lisa Iesse
Lisa Iesse
Growing up in Toronto’s west end, Lisa always dreamed of making her way to the land of the midnight sun. She studied literature and sociology at the University of Toronto and has worked with media outlets in Ontario, the N.W.T., Six Nations and the U.K. Have a tip or something to share? Reach her anytime at 647-619-9807 or [email protected]

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