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Public Notice Special Council Meeting May 13, 2026

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Municipal Corporation of the City of Yellowknife will hold a special meeting of Council at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 in the Council Chamber, City Hall.

The purpose of the meeting is to Hold a Statutory Public Hearing regarding By-law No. 5129, a by-law to create Area Development Plan Kam Lake South One, for the area of; Lot 6, Block 569, Plan 4612 (Parcel A); Lot 1086, Block Quad 85J/ 8, Plan 2547 (Parcel B); and portion of Lot 7,...

As Yellowknife Grows, City Seeks Input on the Future of Key Facilities

Residents rely on City facilities every day, from visiting the library to accessing services. As Yellowknife continues to grow, the City is asking for input on how these facilities are working and how they can best support the community.

The City is reviewing how key facilities are used today and how they can best meet community needs. This includes City Hall, the Public Library, the Visitor Centre, the Wildcat Café, the Mine Training Building, and the former Ruth Inch Memorial Pool.

Whether you...

Statutory Public Hearing Notice By-law No. 5129

The Council of the City of Yellowknife will hold a PUBLIC HEARING at twelve o’clock in the afternoon (12:00 p.m.) on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, in City Hall Council Chamber to hear any submissions to By-law No. 5129, a by-law to create Area Development Plan Kam Lake South One. The purpose of the Area Development Plan Kam Lake South One is to guide the future development of the area, including lot subdivision, public access, and vehicular access.

Additional information and copies of By-law No. 5129 may be...

The Final Report For 2026-2036 Climate Action Plan

The City of Yellowknife is pleased to release the Climate Action Plan 2026–2036, a 10-year strategy to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and strengthen the community’s resilience to climate change. Yellowknife is currently experiencing the social, economic, and environmental effects of human-caused climate change. Through this Plan, the City will build strong partnerships and implement meaningful solutions that reduce emissions while enhancing resilience. The actions outlined in the Plan will...

DND to Host Public Town Hall in Yellowknife on Northern Investments

The City of Yellowknife is encouraging residents and community partners to attend an upcoming public Town Hall hosted by the Department of National Defence (DND) to learn more about major federal investments being planned in the North.

As part of these discussions, DND will also be presenting to the City of Yellowknife’s Special Governance and Priorities Committee (GPC) on Monday, April 20, 2026. The meeting will be livestreamed through the City’s website and will provide an opportunity to hear...