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National Indigenous Peoples Day Holiday Hours

The City wishes a happy National Indigenous Peoples Day to all Yellowknifers, particularly First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in our community, ahead of Friday, June 21, 2024.

The City's municipal service schedule is as follows:

City Hall                                              CLOSED

Solid Waste Facility                           CLOSED

Visitor Information Centre               10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Yellowknife Public Library                 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Fieldhouse and Multiplex                 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Garbage & Compost Pick Up            Will remain the same

Sewage Pumpout/Water Delivery    Will remain...

Capital Update June 14, 2024

Capital Update June 14, 2024

Attachments Capital Update June 14, 2024

Proposed Amendment to Zoning By-law No. 5045

From June 14 to July 5, 2024, the City of Yellowknife (the City) is seeking residents’ input on a proposal to amend Zoning By-law No. 5045. The use and development of land is regulated by Zoning By-law No. 5045, while supporting the City’s objectives.

The proposed amendment is to add two new residential zones: Residential Intensification (RI) and RI-1, and some associated changes. Note that no property will be pre-zoned under the scope of this amendment. The purpose of this amendment is to...

Community Roundtable on Homelessness

The City of Yellowknife will host a Community Roundtable on Homelessness on June 26, 2024 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Tree of Peace Friendship Centre. During this event, facilitated by the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness, community members will have the opportunity to contribute their ideas and connect with others around housing solutions. "We are hoping to provide a unique space for residents to openly share their ideas and insights” says City Councillor Ben Hendriksen, the Chair...

Yellowknife Fire Division Open House

Get ready for a fun and educational afternoon at the City of Yellowknife Fire Division's Annual Open House! Join us on Saturday, June 22, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fire Hall, located at 100 Taylor Road, for a free BBQ and a chance to meet our local firefighters. Residents will also get an opportunity to explore fire trucks up close, and discover the amazing tools and equipment we use to keep our community safe.

Activities include:

• Live fire demonstration: Showcasing YKDF’s firefighting...