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As the year comes to a close and communities pause to reflect, the City of Yellowknife is inviting Indigenous governments, organizations, and community members to share their insights on the City’s ongoing Reconciliation efforts. This year marks ten years …

ALARM AT 4503 52 AVE – WATERMARK TOWER YELLOWKNIFE, NORTHWEST TERRITORIES | January 22, 2026   On Wednesday, January 21, at approximately 12:59 p.m., the City of Yellowknife Fire Division (YKFD) responded to a report of smoke coming from the roof of the …

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 …

The City of Yellowknife, in partnership with the Nordic Embassies of Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Iceland, will host Resilience in the Arctic , a half-day seminar focused on strengthening social, economic, and security resilience across Arctic …

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 …

In observance of the Christmas Holidays from Wednesday, December 24 to Friday, December 26, 2025, and New Year Holidays on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, and Thursday, January 1, 2026, City of Yellowknife facilities and services will operate as follows:   …

The City of Yellowknife has completed the first round of public engagement for the new Transportation Plan , Let’s Move YK, marking an important milestone in shaping how people will move around the city over the next 25 years. Through surveys, interactive …

Property assessment notices are being mailed this week to all Yellowknife residents and business owners responsible for paying property taxes.  In 2025, the City of Yellowknife conducted a general assessment, resulting in an overall increase in assessed …

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), …

The City of Yellowknife invites residents to shape the future of local recreation by participating in the 2026 Community Programs Survey . The feedback will help guide the development of new programs and enhance existing services, ensuring they align with …