On July 26, 2017 Council adopted By-law No. 4940, a by-law to approve the Capital Area Development Plan. The Capital Area is that area of Yellowknife located around Frame Lake and is home to some important functions in the region, such as the Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories, City Hall, RCMP, Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre, Department of National Defence, as well as beautiful scenery, trails and connections to our collective history.

The plan has an associated Committee called the Capital Area Committee and is guided by a Terms of Reference:

The role of the Committee is threefold; to clarify operations and maintenance, review proposals for development within the Governance Area, and to oversee the implementation of the Plan and Schedule of Initiatives.

The Committee consists of administrative representatives from:

  • Yellowknives Dene First Nation

    Up to two (2) as identified by the YKDFN

  • The Legislative Assembly

    • Clerk of the Legislative Assembly
    • Sergeant-At-Arms

  • The City of Yellowknife

    • Senior Administrative Officer
    • Director of Planning and Development
    • Director of Community Services

  • Government of the Northwest Territories

    • Director, Lands Administration, Department of Lands
    • Director, Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre

  • North Slave Metis Alliance

    Any additional representation as deemed appropriate.