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Community Showcase
Posted on Thursday, September 05, 2024 01:23 PM
The City of Yellowknife (the City) is happy to announce that the annual Community Showcase will take place on Friday, September 20, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Yellowknife Multiplex Gym.
The Community Showcase is a great opportunity for residents to connect directly with organizations and community groups. Local non-profit organizations related to leisure, health, education, and active living are encouraged to get involved in this event by booking a table to showcase their services...
Fraudulent Parking Ticket Text Messages
Posted on Wednesday, September 04, 2024 05:29 PM
The City of Yellowknife (the City) wishes to advise the public of fraudulent text messages currently being sent to residents regarding parking tickets.
The City has become aware of text messages sent to residents stating a parking issue is not resolved, with a link that leads to an unknown website. These text messages are not being sent from the City, as information from the City regarding enforcement matters would never be communicated in this manner. Residents are advised not to click links...
Yellowknife Encampment
Posted on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 01:18 PM
Homelessness is a reality in communities across Canada and the City of Yellowknife (the City) acknowledges its impact on our community. The City continues to work alongside the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) and community organizations towards finding both short-term and long-term solutions.
On August 16, 2024, Mayor Rebecca Alty met with Premier R.J. Simpson, Minister Lucy Kuptana, Minister Lesa Semmler, and Minister Vince McKay to discuss the recent tent encampment established...
Evacuation Anniversary
Posted on Friday, August 16, 2024 01:14 PM
Friday, August 16, 2024 marks the one-year anniversary of the evacuation and the City of Yellowknife (City) understands that this may stir many difficult memories and feelings for residents and businesses. The City wishes to take this opportunity to recognize the strength and resiliency of our community.
Since the evacuation, City staff, Mayor and Council have been working hard to advance the City’s emergency preparedness planning. As weather conditions and local air quality continue to...
Wildcat Closed for Season
Posted on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 06:49 PM
Following the structure fire on Thursday, August 8, the City of Yellowknife regrets to inform residents that the Wildcat Café will be closed for the rest of the season. In the coming weeks, work will be done to restore the building, ensuring the café will be in good working condition for next summer.
“It has been a pleasure working with Chef Niki Mckenzie and we are saddened by the unfortunate events causing the Wildcat Café to close early,” said Johanna Elliot, Facilities Manager at the City of...