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Victoria Day Holiday Hours 2026

Mon, 11 May 2026 18:30:14 GMT

In observance of the Victoria Day statutory holiday on Monday, May 18, City of Yellowknife facilities and services will operate as follows:

City Hall: Closed
Solid Waste Facility: Closed
Garbage Collection: Operating on a regular schedule
Trucked Water and Sewer Pumpout: Operating on regular schedule
Fieldhouse: Open 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Multiplex: Open 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Aquatic Centre: Open for Lane Swim from 12 noon – 1 p.m. and Public Swim from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Yellowknife Community Arena:...

National Police Week 2026

Fri, 08 May 2026 15:30:49 GMT

In recognition of Police Week, the City of Yellowknife is highlighting the vital work and ongoing contributions of all public safety professionals, including the Municipal Enforcement Division (MED), the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), Canadian Forces Military Police (MP), first responders, and community safety organizations. These dedicated teams work collaboratively year-round to support public safety, respond to emergencies, and foster a protected and connected community. Their efforts...

Public Notice Special Council Meeting May 13, 2026

Fri, 08 May 2026 13:03:31 GMT

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Municipal Corporation of the City of Yellowknife will hold a special meeting of Council at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 in the Council Chamber, City Hall.

The purpose of the meeting is to Hold a Statutory Public Hearing regarding By-law No. 5129, a by-law to create Area Development Plan Kam Lake South One, for the area of; Lot 6, Block 569, Plan 4612 (Parcel A); Lot 1086, Block Quad 85J/ 8, Plan 2547 (Parcel B); and portion of Lot 7,...

Win Your Spot: 2026 Food Truck Lottery

Thu, 07 May 2026 19:37:59 GMT

The 2026 Food Truck Lottery will take place on Friday, May 22, at 11:00 a.m. in City Hall Council Chambers.

Food truck operators must hold a valid 2026 food truck licence to be eligible for a designated parking spot in Yellowknife’s downtown. Entry into the lottery is automatic for all licensed vendors.

Individuals who are interested but do not yet hold a valid licence must submit all required documentation to the City by Friday, May 15, 2026. The Food truck licence application form can be found...

As Yellowknife Grows, City Seeks Input on the Future of Key Facilities

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:45:30 GMT

Residents rely on City facilities every day, from visiting the library to accessing services. As Yellowknife continues to grow, the City is asking for input on how these facilities are working and how they can best support the community.

The City is reviewing how key facilities are used today and how they can best meet community needs. This includes City Hall, the Public Library, the Visitor Centre, the Wildcat Café, the Mine Training Building, and the former Ruth Inch Memorial Pool.

Whether you...

Statutory Public Hearing Notice By-law No. 5129

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:36:25 GMT

The Council of the City of Yellowknife will hold a PUBLIC HEARING at twelve o’clock in the afternoon (12:00 p.m.) on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, in City Hall Council Chamber to hear any submissions to By-law No. 5129, a by-law to create Area Development Plan Kam Lake South One. The purpose of the Area Development Plan Kam Lake South One is to guide the future development of the area, including lot subdivision, public access, and vehicular access.

Additional information and copies of By-law No. 5129 may be...

The Final Report For 2026-2036 Climate Action Plan

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:17:48 GMT

The City of Yellowknife is pleased to release the Climate Action Plan 2026–2036, a 10-year strategy to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and strengthen the community’s resilience to climate change. Yellowknife is currently experiencing the social, economic, and environmental effects of human-caused climate change. Through this Plan, the City will build strong partnerships and implement meaningful solutions that reduce emissions while enhancing resilience. The actions outlined in the Plan will...

DND to Host Public Town Hall in Yellowknife on Northern Investments

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:50:58 GMT

The City of Yellowknife is encouraging residents and community partners to attend an upcoming public Town Hall hosted by the Department of National Defence (DND) to learn more about major federal investments being planned in the North.

As part of these discussions, DND will also be presenting to the City of Yellowknife’s Special Governance and Priorities Committee (GPC) on Monday, April 20, 2026. The meeting will be livestreamed through the City’s website and will provide an opportunity to hear...

Super Bingo 2026

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:01:27 GMT

The City of Yellowknife is now accepting applications from eligible religious and charitable organizations to host Super Bingo 2026, a licensed bingo event that provides an opportunity to raise significant funds for community programs and services. The Super Bingo is scheduled for Saturday, July 4, 2026.

Super Bingo events are larger in scale and feature prize payouts ranging from $50,000 up to $100,000.

To Apply
There is no application fee. Eligible organizations in good standing can apply by...

Public Notice Special Governance and Priorities Committee Meeting April 22, 2026

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:25:00 GMT

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Municipal Corporation of the City of Yellowknife will hold a special meeting of the Governance and Priorities Committee at 12:15 p.m. on April 22, 2026 in the City Hall Council Chamber.

The purpose of this special meeting is to discuss a memorandum regarding Community Plan Comprehensive Update, Section 7 - Section 9.

This Special Meeting has been called by the City Manager of the City of Yellowknife pursuant to Section 27 of the Cities, Towns...

Public Notice Special Governance and Priorities Committee Meeting April 20, 2026

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:19:48 GMT

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Municipal Corporation of the City of Yellowknife will hold a special meeting of the Governance and Priorities Committee at 12:05 p.m. on April 20, 2026 in the City Hall Council Chamber.

The purpose of this special meeting is to hear a presentation regarding planned National Defence / North American Aerospace Defense Command (DND / NORAD) Infrastructure in Yellowknife.

This Special Meeting has been called by the City Manager of the City of...

Parking Meter Rate Changes Take Effect May 1, 2026

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:14:20 GMT

The City of Yellowknife advises residents and visitors that updated parking meter rates will take effect on May 1, 2026, following City Council's approval in December 2025. These changes are part of an amendment to Fees and Charges By-law No. 4436 and apply to all parking meters across the city. What’s changing:

Parking meter rates will increase across all meter types
Nickels (5 cents) will no longer be accepted at 1- and 2-hour parking meters
No changes are being made to Parking Certificate Services

CoY Recognizes Dispatch Team During Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:41:09 GMT

The City of Yellowknife is marking Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (April 12–19, 2026) and extending its sincere appreciation to the dedicated team at the City of Yellowknife’s Public Safety Communications Centre.

Providing essential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year-round, dispatchers play a critical role in coordinating emergency and municipal response services across the community. Over the past year, the team has managed more than 9,500 incidents, supporting fire, rescue,...

Open House on the Raw Water Supply Upgrade Project

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:50:36 GMT

The City of Yellowknife is inviting residents to attend a public Open House on Thursday, April 16, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Explorer Hotel (Katimavik A Room) to learn more about the Raw Water Supply Upgrade Project.

This project will modernize and expand the City’s raw water system, helping ensure a safe, reliable, and resilient drinking water supply for the long term.

The Open House is an opportunity for residents to learn about the project, ask questions, and share feedback.

About...

Public Notice Special Council Agenda April 15, 2026

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:26:38 GMT

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Municipal Corporation of the City of Yellowknife will hold a special meeting of Council at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 in the Council Chamber, City Hall.

The purpose of the meeting is to discuss a Resolution regarding Proportional Representation in Canada’s Federal Elections.

This Special Meeting has been called by the City Manager of the City of Yellowknife pursuant to Section 27 of the Cities, Towns and Villages Act of the...

Public Notice - Special Council Meeting April 1, 2026

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:56:10 GMT

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Municipal Corporation of the City of Yellowknife will hold a special meeting of Council at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 in the Council Chamber, City Hall.

The purpose of the meeting is to give Third Reading to By-law No. 5128, a by-law to renew the existing
electricity distribution franchise agreement with Naka Power Utilities (NWT) Ltd. until December 2035.

This Special Meeting has been called by the City Manager of the City of...

Good Friday and Easter Monday Holiday Hours 2026

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:07:01 GMT

In observance of the Good Friday statutory holiday on April 3, 2026, and Easter Monday on April 6, 2026, the City of Yellowknife facilities and services will operate as follows:

Friday, April 3, 2026 – Good Friday
• City Hall: Closed
• Solid Waste Facility: Closed
• Garbage Collection: Operating on regular schedule
• Trucked Water and Sewer Pumpout: Operating on regular schedule
• Fieldhouse: 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Multiplex: Operating on regular schedule
• Aquatic Centre: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Lane...

March 25, 2026 Council and Special Council Meeting Agendas

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:25:58 GMT

The Council Meeting and Special Council Meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Agendas are now available at the links below:

Council Meeting Agenda
https://apps.yellowknife.ca/COUNCIL%20AGENDA%20MARCH%2025_%202026.pdf
Special Council Meeting Agenda
https://apps.yellowknife.ca/SPECIAL%20COUNCIL%20AGENDA%20MARCH%2025_%202026.pdf

Half-day Civic Holiday Declared In Recognition of the YKDFN Spring Carnival

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:27:17 GMT

On March 18, 2026, during a Special Council Meeting, City Council declared a half-day civic holiday on Friday, March 20, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in recognition of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation Spring Carnival taking place this weekend. Residents are encouraged to take this opportunity to participate in the festivities and come together as a community to celebrate this important cultural event. In observance of the half-day civic holiday, the City of Yellowknife facilities and services...

Public Notice - Special Council Meeting March 18, 2026

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:05:21 GMT

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Municipal Corporation of the City of Yellowknife will hold a special meeting of Council at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 in the Council Chamber, City Hall.

The purpose of the meeting is to give First, Second and Third Reading of By-law No. 5127, a by-law to declare a one-half (1/2) day civic holiday on Friday, March 20, 2026 to enjoy the Yellowknives Dene First Nation (YKDFN) Spring Carnival.

This Special Meeting has been called by...

City of Yellowknife Seeks Community Input on Future Programs

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:33:53 GMT

The City of Yellowknife invites residents to shape the future of local recreation by participating in the 2026 Community Programs Survey. The feedback will help guide the development of new programs and enhance existing services, ensuring they align with our community's interests, needs, and schedules.

Yellowknifers value opportunities to stay active, learn new skills, and build community connections. By sharing your input, you help the City identify the programs you’re most excited about,...

Statutory Public Hearing Notice By-law No. 5122 and By-law No. 5123

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:17:55 GMT

The Council of the City of Yellowknife will hold PUBLIC HEARINGS at six o’clock in the evening (6:00 p.m.) on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, in City Hall Council Chamber to hear any submissions to By-law No. 5122, a by-law to amend Community Plan By-law No. 5007, as amended, and By-law No. 5123, a by-law to amend Zoning By-law No. 5045, as amended.

The purpose of these amendments is to re-designate and rezone a small portion of City-owned land for acquisition and consolidation with the adjacent lot (4302 49...

Statutory Public Hearing Notice By-law No. 5124

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:38:05 GMT

The Council of the City of Yellowknife will hold a PUBLIC HEARING at six o’clock in the evening (6:00 p.m.) on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, in City Hall Council Chamber to hear any submissions to By-law No. 5124, a by-law to amend Zoning By-law No. 5045, as amended. The purpose of the Zoning By-law amendment is to rezone three lots - Lots 1 & 4, Block 157, Plan 1385 and Lot 5, Block 157, Plan 4884 from PR – Parks and Recreation to OT – Old Town Mixed Use. Please note Lot 5, Block 157, Plan 4884 is a...

Yellowknife Fire Division Modernizes Fleet to Strengthen Emergency Response Identity

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:07:48 GMT

The Yellowknife Fire Division (YKFD) is modernizing its fleet with a shift toward high-contrast, safer color schemes. The new red-and-black vehicle design, paired with retroreflective materials that enhance nighttime visibility, accompanies the replacement of three vehicles to the Division’s emergency operations fleet: an Administrative Pickup, a Command Vehicle, and an Ambulance. Moving away from the Division’s traditional white and green, these updated units adopt a new look, strengthening...

Aquatic Centre Temporary Closure for Warranty Inspection and Repairs

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:11:36 GMT

The City of Yellowknife advises residents that the Aquatic Centre will be temporarily closed from April 5, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. to May 2, 2026, at 6:00 a.m. to complete a comprehensive warranty inspection and related repairs.

As the facility approaches its first anniversary since opening on May 5, 2025, this scheduled inspection is a standard and important step for new buildings. It allows contractors and specialists to thoroughly review mechanical, structural, and operational systems, address...