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Fire Ban Beginning July 12, 2023

A City of Yellowknife fire ban will be in effect starting Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. (noon) on open air burning fire pits and will remain in effect until further notice.

Due to current conditions the area is experiencing, the Yellowknife Fire Division is implementing a fire ban to reduce the risk of wildland fires within city limits.

“The fire ban is a proactive measure to reduce the risk of fires starting from camp fires, bonfires or other open sourced flames within city limits. We...

Water and Sewer Rate Review

On June 4, 2023, the City of Yellowknife (the City) released an Interim Report with recommendations for rationalizing City water and sewer rates. Residents were encouraged to provide feedback via the City’s PlaceSpeak website by July 4, 2023. A number of comments have been received, and based upon the interest expressed to date, the City is extending the public engagement period to July 21, 2023.

The Interim Report was developed by InterGroup Consultants, a firm that specializes in utility rate...

Capital Update July 7, 2023

Capital Update July 7, 2023

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Capital Update July 7, 2023

Call For Artists To Design Street Pole Banners

The City of Yellowknife (the City) is seeking artists to submit design concepts to be included on street pole banners hanging from poles located along Old Airport Road.

All forms of artwork are being accepted, however the final version of the artwork must be converted to a digital format. The deadline to submit a draft concept is August 4, 2023. The goal is to accommodate up to 10 unique designs.

Successful applicants will receive $750 for use of their designs and are expected to complete their...

Notice of Intention to Open Roads

Pursuant to Section 88 of the Cities, Towns and Villages Act, S.N.W.T. 2003, c.22, notice is hereby given of the intention of the City of Yellowknife to pass a by-law to open and name roads within Phase 2 of the Engle Business District as Eagle Drive (extension) and Goshawk Road.

The Council of the City of Yellowknife will hear any person claiming to be affected by the by-law who wishes to be heard at seven o’clock in the evening (7:00 P.M.) on Monday, July 24, 2023 in the City Hall Council...