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3rd Annual Rock Wall Climbing Competition
Posted on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 07:29 PM
The City of Yellowknife, in collaboration with the Yellowknife Climbing Club (YKCC), invites the community to join us for the 3rd Annual City of Yellowknife Rock Wall Climbing Competition on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at the Fieldhouse Climbing Wall.
This competition will feature climbers of all ages and skill levels, with categories for kids, youth, and adults. Whether you’re an experienced climber or a first-time participant, we encourage everyone to register and take part in this exciting...
Aquatic Centre Opens
Posted on Monday, April 28, 2025 04:50 PM
The City of Yellowknife (the City) is pleased to announce that the Aquatic Centre will open on Monday, May 5, 2025. Regular admission applies on opening day.
With an 8 lane lap pool and a leisure pool, this state-of-the-art facility can accommodate more programs than ever before. Registration for spring swimming lessons opens on May 6, 2025 at 9 a.m., with lessons commencing on May 12, 2025. Summer recreational and aquatic programs, kicking off at the end of June, will be open for registration on...
Improper Electronics Disposal Leads To Landfill Incident
Posted on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 03:39 PM
Improper disposal of household hazardous waste in garbage bins can pose serious risks to the Solid Waste Facility (SWF) and the wider Yellowknife community. Damaged or compressed electronics can become flammable and may spark during waste compaction in City garbage trucks or at the SWF. These sparks can lead to fires, which may spread quickly and result in air quality concerns for residents.
A fire occurred at the SWF on April 22, 2025, with the suspected cause being the improper disposal of...
Super Bingo 2025
Posted on Thursday, April 17, 2025 03:35 PM
The City of Yellowknife is now accepting applications from eligible organizations for Super Bingo 2025, scheduled to take place on Saturday, July 5, 2025. Super Bingo refers to any licensed bingo event with prize payouts exceeding $50,000 and not more than $100,000.
Eligible religious and charitable organizations are encouraged to apply by submitting a formal letter of interest and a completed Bingo Application Form with supporting documents by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Applications...
National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
Posted on Monday, April 14, 2025 07:42 PM
This April, join us in recognizing the unsung heroes who are always there when we need them most. From April 13 to 19, we celebrate National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, honouring the dedicated Dispatchers who serve as the critical link between emergency situations and life-saving responses.
At the City of Yellowknife, our Emergency Dispatchers manage over 6,000 calls each year, coordinating essential services for Fire & Ambulance, Public Works, and our Municipal Enforcement Division....
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