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Strange twist of weather fate: YK in the “warm” as polar vortex sweeps south

City of Yellowknife Lisa Iesse - January 25, 2026

“It’s too warm!,” says Andy Simpson, who was out with grandson Trayson in the city of Yellowknife this afternoon. Simpson, who is originally from Behchokǫ̀ but lives in Yellowknife, explained he remembers the days when January would see temps well below the minus 40 zones, something that is rare now. Austin Marshall, Rotary Club president, was also out and about this afternoon and agreed that “It’s not as cold.”

GNWT seeking input on Fort Smith Airport development plan

Northwest Territories Lisa Iesse - January 23, 2026

The GNWT are working on a new development plan for the Fort Smith Airport and want to hear from the public. They said the plan is aimed at increasing economic growth, “guiding the present” and boosting future airport development. The previous plan was released back in 2005. Officials are working on a new one which they say will include a series of recommendations, analyses and policies for future long term airport development, “typically for a 20-year period.”.

Mineral exploration agreement update coming next week says GNWT

Northwest Territories Lisa Iesse - January 23, 2026

"Canada and the world are engaging with the North amid a rapidly shifting global landscape. This is not a passing moment or trend. It is an inflection point in a long-term shift that represents growing opportunity for the North,” read the announcement issued this after by the GNWT.

The Still Dark Festival comes to Yellowknife for its second year

Entertainment Alice Daniels - January 23, 2026

The Still Dark Festival is being held for the second time in downtown Yellowknife from Feb. 5 to 8.

Canadian department store Zellers looks to make a resurgence

Business Alice Daniels - January 23, 2026

Canadian department store Zellers is looking to make a comeback. Following the launch of their first standalone location in Edmonton last October, the retailer says they’re actively pursuing new leasing opportunities across Canada -- with a focus on every major Canadian market.

Security guards facing charges after older adult injured in YK

City of Yellowknife Lisa Iesse - January 22, 2026

Yellowknife police report that two security guards are facing charges following an alleged assault of an older adult. Officers say the man sustained injuries and was treated in hospital. The names of the suspects have not been made public as the changes have yet to be sworn in court, said RCMP.

Public briefing on Talston to be held in coming weeks

Northwest Territories Lisa Iesse - January 22, 2026

Doug Prendergast with NTPC reported last week that the company expects to provide an update on the schedule for a return to service of the Talston Hydro station sometime this month. Prendergast said in order for services to remain reliable and in order to reduce the environmental impacts within the electricity sector, aging infrastructure will need to be “replaced or refurbished.”

Minister says taking part in IRC leadership run was “important”

Northwest Territories Lisa Iesse - January 22, 2026

“Participating in this process was important to me, and I remain deeply committed to the wellbeing of Inuvialuit and our communities and look forward to collaborating with Erwin as he takes on this important role,” said Minister Kuptana.

YKFD responds to reports of smoke at Watermark Tower

City of Yellowknife Alice Daniels - January 22, 2026

The City of Yellowknife Fire Division (YKFD) responded to reports of smoke coming from the roof of the Watermark Tower, located at 4503 52 Avenue, just before 1 pm on the 21st of January.

Canadian census to take nation’s family portrait

National True North FM News Room - January 22, 2026

“It's as important as elections. It's our nation's family portrait we're taking every five years. We collect demographic and socioeconomic information on the Canadian population. What makes the census unique is we have data at a very low level of geography. Every community is represented in the census. Most of the other data sources are at more aggregated levels, at higher geographic levels. It’s at the community level,” Mathieu explains.

Kraft Hockeyville celebrates 20th anniversary

Sports Alice Daniels - January 22, 2026

Kraft Hockeyville is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. The competition has expanded its scope, saying for the first time it will be naming 13 provincial and territorial winners, one from each of the provinces and territories in Canada.

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