Media Releases

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...

Northern Capital Cities Sign MOU to Advance Arctic Infrastructure, Resilience, and Defence Readiness

The Cities of Yellowknife, Whitehorse, and Iqaluit formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today at the Arctic Summit 2026 in Whitehorse.  The agreement strengthens collaboration among Canada’s northern capitals on shared priorities related to infrastructure resilience, community capacity, and support for Arctic security and defence operations. Recognizing the growing strategic importance of the North, and the impacts on municipal services, infrastructure, and community development,...