NWT rent regulations change to include pandemic repayment plans
New rent regulations from the Department of Justice will give NWT tenants up to a year to repay rental arrears accumulated during the pandemic.
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‘This is your last chance,’ judge tells repeat NWT rapist
An NWT judge reluctantly accepted a joint recommendation of a 2.5-year prison sentence for an “untreated” offender’s fourth serious sexual assault.
Gahcho Kué winter road worker tests positive for Covid-19
A worker at a Gahcho Kué winter road construction camp has tested positive for Covid-19. The NWT government said there was no risk to communities.
GNWT launches long-awaited procurement review
Following criticism from Indigenous governments and businesses, the NWT government sped up a formal review of the way it handles procurement.
How the NWT asks students to examine ‘positive aspects’ of residential school
"It's important to note that some residential school students had positive experiences," an NWT teachers' guide states. We examined how the guide was developed.
Snowking carving contest is locals-only this year
This is your chance: with no way for the usual star snow-carving experts to travel, Yellowknife residents can team up and win prizes at this year's contest.
Rabies vaccinations available for Tuktoyaktuk dogs
A free rabies vaccination clinic is taking place in Tuktoyaktuk after recent concerns over the disease in local foxes and dogs.
YK’s fire hall is getting old. Here’s what the city recommends
Yellowknife's fire hall is said to be ageing and no longer meeting the city's needs. Expansion and renovation at a cost of $3M is the recommended solution.
Yellowknife councillors say yes to big water slide
It'll be a large water slide and a 25-metre pool – if it ever goes ahead. Councillors made some big decisions on a proposed new aquatic centre for Yellowknife.
RCMP warn of ‘noxious substances’ found in illicit drugs
RCMP warned “noxious substances” had been found in illicit drugs seized in Yellowknife, increasing the risk of unexpected reactions throughout the territory.
NWT looks to expand homeownership opportunities
The NWT's housing minister said her staff were using "creative ways" to boost homeownership by introducing a lease-to-own program covering more than 200 units.
Yellowknife vaccinations expand to new priority group
A new set of residents can receive a Covid-19 vaccine. Meanwhile, the GNWT said the next two vaccine shipments will provide second doses to existing recipients.