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Your journey with the City of Yellowknife starts here!

Yellowknife is a city rich in cultures, traditions, and a lively calendar of community events that bring people together throughout the year. Working with the City of Yellowknife means contributing to meaningful projects in a city that values connection and celebrates its unique northern spirit. The City offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to help make a difference in this dynamic and welcoming community. Explore our career opportunities today and be part of what makes Yellowknife extraordinary!

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 Employee Benefits
 City of Yellowknife comprehensive list of employee benefits. 
 Relocation Assistance
The City of Yellowknife offers relocation assistance to prospective employees moving to Yellowknife. To learn more about the City’s relocation program, please contact your recruitment officer.

For more information on real estate and accommodations in Yellowknife, please click here. 

 Wellness Initiatives

The City of Yellowknife is excited to offer a range of wellness initiatives to support permanent employees and their families live a healthy lifestyle.

Wellness initiatives the City currently offers include:

  • Discount on memberships for City facilities;
  • Dog-friendly work environment;
  • Corporate gym membership rates;
  • Sport, health or fitness equipment refund (maximum $100 per year per employee);
  • Promotion of walking meetings;
  • Flu shot clinics;
  • Smoking cessation program;
  • Fitness challenges.
 Recreation Association

The Recreation Association is an employee-led initiative designed to enhance workplace camaraderie and promote well-being among employees. Funded through staff contributions, this program organizes a variety of recreational activities and social events fostering a sense of community amongst staff. The Recreation Association empowers employees to take the lead in creating a fun, inclusive, and engaging environment where everyone can unwind and connect beyond their professional roles.

Recreation Association activities include:

  • Weekly gift card draws;
  • Corn Hole tournament and BBQ;
  • Halloween dress up, decorating and carving competitions;
  • Staff Holiday Party;
  • Staff Kids Holiday Party;
  • Family events such as movie nights or bowling;
  • Holiday fundraising for local food banks;
  • Gifting for staff members who are experiencing a major life event.
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Yellowknife is a unique community, and we know you have questions about what life would be like here. Please visit the following links to learn more about our diverse and inclusive community! 

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