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MAX awards celebrate change in mining industry

While a number of Yellowknife area mines are scheduled to close in the coming years, including the Diavik diamond mine scheduled for closure in 2026, the mining industry has transformed over the last decades since the first in 1935. 

MPs approve federal budget in tight vote, averting a snap election

A narrow majority of MPs voted in favour of the Liberal government’s budget Monday, avoiding another federal election. A motion to approve Prime Minister Mark Carney’s budget passed with 170 votes in favour and 168 against.

Suspect arrested after pointing fake gun at hospital staff

  A 31-year-old is facing charges after after allegedly pointing an imitation handgun at staff at the Stanton Territorial Hospital. Police say they were called to the hospital around 10:45 a.m....

Deadline to apply for evacuation relief approaching

The territorial government issued a reminder to apply for the emergency evacuation relief program. The deadline to apply is 14 days after evacuation orders have been lifted, for Whatì residents...

Public notice issued over “situation” at Stanton Hospital

The Health and Social Services Authority put out a Public Notice on Thursday evening about an incident that occurred around 10 a.m. at the Stanton Territorial Hospital. A person...

Busy construction season gets underway in Yellowknife

With warmer weather here, construction is ramping up around Yellowknife. A total of 15 construction projects are planned this summer in the city as a part of the 2017...

Brigitte Rivet named acting principal of École J.H. Sissons

Brigitte Rivet has been named as acting principal of École J.H. Sissons School (ÉJHS) for the 2017/2018 school year, according to Yellowknife Education District No.1 (YK1).  Brigitte, who has served as...

Search underway in YK for two suspects in alleged assault

Police are asking for your help in locating two suspects in an alleged assault case. A female teenager was allegedly assaulted in the area of 51st Ave and 47 Street...

Researchers want to know what you drink and what you know

Health Canada is hoping to learn more about your drinking habits, or lack thereof.  Researchers will be conducting surveys in...

GNWT to test Alert Ready System on Wednesday across NWT

You may see or hear an alert on Wednesday across the NWT - but don't worry. The GNWT will issue...

Decision expected this morning in Yellowknife assault case

A verdict is expected this morning in an assault case involving a well-known Yellowknife actor, musician, and houseboat bed...

RCMP locate and arrest YK man charged with sexual assault

After pleading for the public's help in locating a man charged with sexual assault, Yellowknife RCMP announced Thursday that...

Grants announced for recreation and parks month

The NWT Recreation and Parks Association (NWTRPA) has announced they will be handing out grants to celebrate Recreation and...

Poverty workshops coming to Yellowknife this week

A series of workshops and consultations are coming to Yellowknife and BehchokÇ«̀€Â this month, with a focus on a human...

City of Yellowknife giving away a year of free rent

You could win 12 month worth of free rent in downtown Yellowknife just by submitting your business idea. The contest "Win...

New assistant principal named at Sir John Franklin High

Peter Curran, a long-time teacher at Sir John Franklin High School, has been named assistant principal at the school.  He will share the...
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Territorial Crime Reduction Unit executes two search warrants in Inuvik

Following an investigation, the Territorial Crime Reduction Unit, with assistance from Inuvik RCMP, executed two Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrants in Inuvik on October 3, 2026.

Yellowknife Public Health moving to new building

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Authority is alerting Yellowknife residents that Yellowknife Public Health is moving to a new location.

City Council candidates attend forum for upcoming election

The candidates for City Council in the upcoming 2026 Yellowknife municipal election gathered on Tuesday for a forum to discuss what their priorities would be on the council.

GNWT relaunches program to support producers in the NWT

The Government of the Northwest Territories has announced that they will be relaunching the Northwest Territories Producers Incentive Program to provide more support for people developing film, television, and digital media projects in the NWT.

NTHSSA announces walk-in hours at Sexual Health Clinic

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority has announced that the Sexual Health Clinic at the Yellowknife Primary Care Centre will offer walk-in hours on Wednesdays.