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Statutory Public Hearing Notice By-law No. 5124

The Council of the City of Yellowknife will hold a PUBLIC HEARING at six o’clock in the evening (6:00 p.m.) on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, in City Hall Council Chamber to hear any submissions to By-law No. 5124, a by-law to amend Zoning By-law No. 5045, as amended. The purpose of the Zoning By-law amendment is to rezone three lots - Lots 1 & 4, Block 157, Plan 1385 and Lot 5, Block 157, Plan 4884 from PR – Parks and Recreation to OT – Old Town Mixed Use. Please note Lot 5, Block 157, Plan 4884 is a...

Yellowknife Fire Division Modernizes Fleet to Strengthen Emergency Response Identity

The Yellowknife Fire Division (YKFD) is modernizing its fleet with a shift toward high-contrast, safer color schemes. The new red-and-black vehicle design, paired with retroreflective materials that enhance nighttime visibility, accompanies the replacement of three vehicles to the Division’s emergency operations fleet: an Administrative Pickup, a Command Vehicle, and an Ambulance. Moving away from the Division’s traditional white and green, these updated units adopt a new look, strengthening...

Aquatic Centre Temporary Closure for Warranty Inspection and Repairs

The City of Yellowknife advises residents that the Aquatic Centre will be temporarily closed from April 5, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. to May 2, 2026, at 6:00 a.m. to complete a comprehensive warranty inspection and related repairs.
 
As the facility approaches its first anniversary since opening on May 5, 2025, this scheduled inspection is a standard and important step for new buildings. It allows contractors and specialists to thoroughly review mechanical, structural, and operational systems, address...

Public Consultation Launches for New Park Developments at Latham Island and Hagel

The City of Yellowknife is inviting residents to share their perspectives on the two new park development projects planned for 2026: a replacement playground at Latham Island and a new outdoor recreational space between Hagel Drive and LeMay Drive.

“Yellowknifers have consistently told us that public spaces play a vital role in community life,” says Grant White, Director of Community Services. “These projects provide an opportunity to design spaces that are inclusive, safe, and welcoming for all...

City of Yellowknife Releases Report on Modern Gold Mining Workshops

The City of Yellowknife has released a report summarizing two public workshops held in November 2025 that explored modern gold mining practices and regulatory oversight. The workshops, held in collaboration with Yellowknives Dene First Nation (YKDFN), were designed to provide residents with clear, practical information about how gold mining works today and to support informed discussion about potential future mining activity in the region.
 
Participants heard from experts on modern mining...