NWT opens applications for addictions recovery, aftercare fund
A new fund allows Indigenous governments and community organizations to hire councillors to support addictions recovery and aftercare programs.
More types of NWT tourism business can now get pandemic relief
Businesses that rely on out-of-territory tourists but don't have a tour operator's licence, like some galleries or restaurants, can now get NWT pandemic relief.
Fort Liard to host NWT’s first community policing pilot
A three-year program in Fort Liard will test an alternative approach to community safety that has been hailed as a possible solution to colonialism in policing.
Wildfire smoke advisory issued in Thebacha
Fort Smith and the Salt River First Nation Reserve are experiencing smoke exposure from wildfires in Alberta.
NWT expanding sealift service in East Arm
The NWT’s Marine Transportation Services is expanding its sealift cargo service throughout the East Arm of Great Slave Lake.
NWT Housing Corp faces further scrutiny after ombud’s report
A woman whose case against the housing corporation formed the new NWT ombud's first special report is now contemplating further action against the GNWT.
Man found deceased following search and rescue near Behchokǫ̀
RCMP say a 29-year-old man was located deceased following a search and rescue operation near Behchokǫ̀ over the weekend.
NWT fire marshal worried about number of fires caused by smoking
A series of building fires triggered by people smoking resulted in a warning from the territory's fire marshal, who listed fires in virtually every NWT region.
Sahtu youth paddling historic route on ‘amazing’ journey
For the first time in decades, a group of Indigenous youth are paddling a historic Dene route through the Sahtu from Délı̨nę to Fort Good Hope.
What will low-Earth orbit satellites do for northern internet?
The race to launch the next generation of satellite internet is intensifying, but how and when northerners may benefit remains sketchy. Here's what we know.
Family Feud Canada seeks NWT contestants for third season
A Yellowknife family has already won big on Family Feud Canada. Now, producers are asking NWT families to audition for the show's third season.
Wildfire putting cabins near N’Dulee Crossing at risk
An out-of-control wildfire about 65 kilometres northwest of Fort Simpson is threatening cabins in the area.