Media Releases

City of Yellowknife Summer Hours 2025

The City of Yellowknife would like to advise residents that effective Tuesday, May 20, 2025, until Friday, August 29, 2025, City Hall will be open to the public from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for its summer hours. Regular winter hours will resume on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

The City’s hours of operation for the Victoria Day long-weekend can be found on our website.

We encourage residents to take note of the adjusted hours and plan their visits accordingly.

National Police Week 2025

In recognition of National Police Week, taking place from May 11 to 17, 2025, the City of Yellowknife (the City) honours the contributions of the Municipal Enforcement Division (MED), the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), and the many first responders and community organizations dedicated to serving our residents every day.

This year’s theme, “Committed to Serve Together,” highlights the importance of partnership in maintaining public safety. The City celebrates the collaboration among...

Voyent Alert! Launch

In recognition of Emergency Preparedness Week, the City of Yellowknife is pleased to announce the official launch of Voyent Alert!, a new emergency notification system designed to keep residents informed, safe, and prepared during critical situations.

Voyent Alert! provides real-time alerts about wildfires, severe weather, and other local emergencies that matter to you—whether they impact your home, your workplace, or your child's school. This system empowers residents to make informed decisions...

Council Appoints New Mayor

At a Special Council meeting on Monday, May 5, 2025, Yellowknife City Council addressed the vacancy created by Mayor Rebecca Alty’s April 29 resignation following her election as Member of Parliament for the Northwest Territories.

With 18 months left in the current term, Councillors weighed three options:
• To elevate a Councillor to Mayor and leave the resulting council seat vacant;
• To elevate a Councillor to Mayor and fill the open council seat by appointment or by-election; or
• To run a full...

2025 Construction Season

The City of Yellowknife would like to inform residents about planned construction projects scheduled to take place throughout the city this summer. These projects include:

• Replacement of watermain, sanitary and storm sewer piping, and residential service connections on Mandeville Drive, from Finlayson Drive to Hordal Road.
• Replacement of watermain, sanitary and storm sewer piping, and residential service connections on 41A Street and 49A Avenue, between 41 Street and 42 Street.
• Pavement...