Yet again, the NWT is recording one of its most severe wildfire seasons on record. Since 2023, there has been no let-up.
Ollie Williams and Alice Twa·
"Carney took probably half our platform." Conservative shadow cabinet members touring the NWT this month are focused on whether the Liberal government delivers.
Crews made progress on a controlled burn near a wildfire north of Behchokǫ̀ before changing weather halted work. Here's an update on the NWT fire situation.
A fire burning since July is now 13 km north of Behchokǫ̀ after moving 15 km on Wednesday. While it isn't a threat, NWT Fire said, a controlled burn is planned.
The NWT is responsible for more than a quarter of Canadian wildfire burn area so far this summer. Here's the forecast for the weeks ahead.
How does Ottawa work with the territory to prepare for emergencies like wildfires? How does Ottawa support communities? We asked the federal minister in charge.
