Entities / Entity
Northwest Territories.
territory of Canada
- Reports this week
- 2
- Active events
- 7
- Connections
- 2,395
What's happening
Reports per dayLast 90 days
90 days agoDrag either end to show only events that began in that periodToday
Active this week
-
Avalon Rare Metals is exploring various mineral projects across different regions of Canada, including Kenora, Northwest Territories, and Nova Scotia.Some support1 report
-
Widespread fires producing smoke are affecting air quality across multiple provinces, including Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta.Well supported21 reports9 developments inside
-
Eagle Plains Resources Ltd. controls projects and explores properties across Western Canada, including NWT, Saskatchewan, BC, and Yukon.Some support1 report
-
The Government of Canada provided conditional approval and infrastructure funding for critical mineral extraction projects in Alberta and Northwest Territories.Some support3 reports4 developments inside
-
Canterra Minerals Corporation acquired and began exploring mineral properties, focusing on gold, in Alberta and Northwest Territories.Some support1 report
-
A proposal for the Mackenzie Valley Highway is underway, with Fort Simpson and Wrigley identified as key destinations, and river crossings are involved.Some support1 report1 development inside
-
The Government of Canada is seeking to fast-track infrastructure projects, tying energy deals to national interest to unlock critical mineral opportunities.Well supported8 reports6 developments inside
Earlier this month
-
The Canada Investment Summit is being held in Toronto, led by Mark Carney, focusing on infrastructure spending to boost mining and resource development in British Columbia and the Northwest Territories.Well supported5 reports5 developments inside
-
MOU signed to strengthen grid reliability and explore nuclear potential in Western Canada.Some support2 reports
-
Basic facts confirming Inuvik is a town in the Northwest Territories and noting the location of a Chevrolet dealership.Some support1 report
-
A mine project in the Northwest Territories is coordinating operations with Parks Canada and the territorial government.Well supported5 reports3 developments inside
-
The Pine Point mine development, located in the Northwest Territories, is being pitched by a minister to attract significant international investment for critical mineral resources.Some support1 report
-
Honey Badger Silver Inc. is evaluating the restart of its PC Silver Mine, which is located in the Northwest Territories, by engaging Tusk Automation Inc. for the assessment.Some support2 reports
-
The Government of the Northwest Territories is developing new regulations concerning pharmacists.Some support1 report
-
Canada is designating infrastructure in Northwest Territories and Nunavut while planning an energy deal with Alberta, driven by legislative action.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
-
JoAnne Wilson spoke about the current status of frogs in the Northwest Territories.Some support1 report
-
Mountain Province Diamonds Inc. operates in the Gahcho Kué diamond mine located in the Northwest Territories.Some support1 report
-
Weather systems are impacting various regions of Canada, including the Northwest Territories, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Quebec, and Yukon.Some support1 report9 developments inside
-
Projects are underway to connect Nunavut and Northwest Territories via infrastructure.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
One to three months ago
-
Underfunded education system in the Northwest Territories is leading to increased classroom aggression.Some support1 report
-
NWT employees are utilizing the federal pension plan while Mark Carney's government announces public service cuts.Some support1 report
-
Brendan Hanley announced funding for Indigenous-led projects in the Northwest Territories.Some support1 report1 development inside
-
Government of Canada supports Indigenous agribusiness transformation in the Northwest Territories.Some support2 reports
-
Youth mental health services are experiencing a high surge in overnight demand across multiple provinces including Manitoba, New Brunswick, Alberta, Northwest Territories, and British Columbia.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
-
The Northwest Territories government established a Major Projects Office to manage infrastructure projects based in the resource-rich region.Some support1 report3 developments inside
-
The Northwest Territories government established a Major Projects Office to manage infrastructure projects based in the resource-rich region.Some support2 reports
-
Ed Wood resigned as mayor of Harrison Hot Springs on August 17, 2026. Separately, Fred Talen was noted to have worked for the Northwest Territories government.Some support1 report
-
Announcements regarding national initiatives were made from the Northwest Territories headquarters.Some support1 report1 development inside
-
A minister announced funding for Search and Rescue (SAR) services in the Northwest Territories, highlighting the importance of SAR to the region.Some support2 reports
-
Multiple Canadian provinces, including Quebec, Alberta, and Saskatchewan, are currently under heat warnings.Some support6 reports2 developments inside
-
Fireweed Metals Corp. is exploring mineral assets in the Northwest Territories and Yukon.Some support2 reports
-
Expert analysis links evacuations to climate change, and CBC requested government data on evacuation trends.Some support1 report
-
Infrastructure projects are underway connecting Nunavut, Northwest Territories, and Inuvik, alongside Mark Carney pushing a new Act through Parliament.Well supported3 reports5 developments inside
-
A research site is situated in the hamlet of Fort Providence in the Northwest Territories.Some support2 reports
-
Avalon Advanced Materials Inc. is developing the Nechalacho project in the Northwest Territories and seeking federal financing from Ottawa.Some support1 report1 development inside
-
Climate change is increasing fire conditions in both Ontario and Northwest Territories.Some support2 reports
-
A Minister provided support for wildfire efforts in the Northwest Territories.Some support1 report1 development inside
-
Out-of-control wildfires are burning across Northwest Territories, Manitoba, and British Columbia, forcing resident evacuations.Well supported12 reports1 development inside
-
Rover Critical Minerals Corp. is exploring and developing mineral properties in the Northwest Territories near Yellowknife.Some support1 report
-
Ottawa is funding clean energy projects in Yukon and Northwest Territories, including biomass studies in Whitehorse.Some support1 report
-
A joint homebuilding program has been announced in partnership to collaborate on affordable housing units, involving Mark Carney, Alberta, Ottawa, and Northwest Territories.Well supported9 reports
-
Projects in the Northwest Territories overseen by the Major Projects Office are facing viability threats due to funding cuts affecting essential services like counselling.Some support1 report
-
Golden Pursuit Resources Ltd. has commenced its 2026 mineral exploration program in the Northwest Territories.Some support1 report
-
Indigenous Services Canada manages services in the territory of Nunavut and Northwest Territories.Well supported3 reports
-
Jamie Moses sought answers from the Northwest Territories government regarding the community of Wrigley.Some support1 report
-
Northwest Territories is now considered part of the larger geopolitical region of Northern Canada.Well supported4 reports
-
Smoke moved from Northwest Territories into Saskatchewan.Some support1 report
-
Wildfires in Northwest Territories cause smoke that is affecting air quality in Alberta.Some support1 report
-
Rackla Metals is drilling and Ekati Diamond Mine operations are being overseen in the Northwest Territories.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
-
Burgundy Diamond Mines purchased the Ekati mine in the Northwest Territories and is now operating in the competitive Canadian diamond market, overseen by a receiver appointed by PricewaterhouseCoopers.Some support1 report
-
The Northwest Territories and Yukon are facing a shared risk from wildfires and smoke impacts.Some support1 report
-
Burgundy Diamond Mines is undergoing mine winding down after a court granted protection from creditors in the Northwest Territories.Some support2 reports
-
The news volume is currently centered on the territories of Nunavut, Northwest Territories, and Yukon.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
-
Northwest Territories and Yukon are facing a shared issue of high health-care occupation vacancy rates.Some support1 report
-
A national warning was issued on June 6th regarding current weather patterns, strong warm signals, and the summer forecast across various regions of Canada.Some support1 report1 development inside
-
Severe drought conditions are impacting resource bases in British Columbia and Northwest Territories.Some support1 report
-
A Bird Dog aircraft crashed in the Northwest Territories on July 10, 2026.Some support2 reports
-
An aircraft was used to coordinate firefighting operations in the Northwest Territories.Some support1 report1 development inside
-
Osisko Metals is exploring base metal properties in Canada, holding projects in the Northwest Territories and on Great Slave Lake.Some support5 reports
-
On July 8, 2026, Parks Canada protected communities in the Northwest Territories while Olivier Lamy fought wildfires and Ryan Beck served as a trainee.Well supported9 reports
No events began in the chosen period. Widen it, or reset.
Around Northwest Territories this week
News at the entities that move Northwest Territories most-
Government of Canada StructuralThe Government of Canada has announced an investment in the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) specifically dedicated to concussion research.Moves Northwest Territories
-
Ottawa StructuralA petition has been launched calling for the government to establish a recreational fishery in Ottawa.Moves Northwest Territories
-
Jay MacDonald StructuralLegislation focusing on community safety issues is underway, with both officials supporting the recent legislative efforts.Moves Northwest Territories
-
Yellowknife StructuralMedia coverage of mayoral election issues in Yellowknife.Moves Northwest Territories
-
Saskatchewan OperationalTraction is conducting exploration and seeking to acquire interest in the Aurora Project, which is located in Saskatchewan.Moves Northwest Territories
-
Alberta OperationalSystemic healthcare failures are being reported in Alberta, specifically concerning infectious disease issues at the University of Alberta Hospital.Moves Northwest Territories
Connections
The 40 strongest of 2,395, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Ottawa Structural
Ottawa (federal government) provides regulatory oversight, investment, and infrastructure support for the Northwest Territories.
-
Government of the Northwest Territories Structural
A is the governmental body responsible for the administration and services within the territory of B.
-
Jay MacDonald Structural
Jay MacDonald serves as the Environment Minister for the Northwest Territories.
-
Government of Canada Structural
The Government of Canada provides essential financial investment and operational funding for infrastructure and projects within the Northwest Territories.
-
company Structural
The company is registered and regulated under the legal framework of the Northwest Territories.
-
Yellowknife Structural
Yellowknife functions as the administrative capital and operational hub for the Northwest Territories.
-
Nunavut Operational
The territories are linked by ongoing infrastructure projects, shared resource extraction efforts, and coordinated policy goals.
-
Saskatchewan Operational
The two provinces coordinate responses to shared issues like wildfires and are physically impacted by environmental factors like smoke drift.
Show all 40 connections
-
Major Projects Office Structural
Projects within the Northwest Territories are formally referred to and tracked by the Major Projects Office.
-
Alberta Operational
Alberta and Northwest Territories maintain active operational links through energy cooperation, mutual aid during crises, and formal compacts.
-
Parks Canada Operational
Parks Canada actively operates and protects areas within the Northwest Territories boundaries.
-
De Beers Shared context
De Beers operates diamond mines within the geographic boundaries of the Northwest Territories.
-
PricewaterhouseCoopers Structural
Northwest Territories appointed PricewaterhouseCoopers to serve as the receiver overseeing the mine winding down process.
-
Health Canada Structural
Health Canada approval is a required prerequisite for coverage matters concerning the Northwest Territories.
-
British Columbia Operational
The two regions are operationally linked through shared environmental challenges (wildfires, air quality) and resource dependencies.
-
Donald Trump Operational
Donald Trump threatens sanctions against the Northwest Territories in response to wildfire smoke.
-
Calgary Shared context
Wildfire activity and smoke from the Northwest Territories cause environmental and regional economic effects in Calgary.
-
Jamie Moses Structural
Jamie Moses relies on the governmental structures of the Northwest Territories for information and official responses.
-
Caitlin Cleveland Operational
Caitlin Cleveland acts as a ministerial representative pitching the critical mineral resources of the Northwest Territories.
-
Tim Hodgson Shared context
Tim Hodgson, in his capacity as Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, operates within the national governmental framework that includes the Northwest Territories.
-
Arctic Circle Structural
The territory of Northwest Territories is geographically defined and bounded by the Arctic Circle.
-
Ottawa Structural
The pension plan utilized by NWT employees is administered through the federal infrastructure based in Ottawa.
-
Ritu Khullar Structural
Ritu Khullar served in a judicial capacity within the legal system of the Northwest Territories.
-
Gamètì Shared context
Gamètì benefits from the extension of the NPAR area, which is situated within the Northwest Territories.
-
Yukon Operational
The territories maintain operational coordination through mutual aid agreements, shared labor market challenges, and common environmental risks.
-
CBC News Mentioned together
CBC News reports on and seeks data regarding events and issues occurring within the Northwest Territories.
-
Osisko Metals Structural
Osisko Metals operates within the jurisdiction of the Northwest Territories.
-
Natural Resources Canada Structural
NRCan provides financial support and infrastructure funding to enable critical mineral extraction and operational activities within the Northwest Territories.
-
Jackson Lafferty Operational
Jackson Lafferty holds an indigenous leadership role involved in the corridor design processes of the Northwest Territories.
-
Brendan Hanley Operational
Brendan Hanley influences matters concerning the Northwest Territories, specifically regarding Indigenous-led project funding.
-
Ontario Shared context
Both regions are noted as being vulnerable to increased fire risk due to climate change.
-
Kyle Joly Mentioned together
The relationship is based on a single snapshot describing a shared research context involving GPS-collar data from mammals.
-
Ekati Diamond Mine Shared context
The Ekati Diamond Mine is geographically situated within the borders of the Northwest Territories.
-
Environment and Climate Change Canada Shared context
Environment and Climate Change Canada monitors climate conditions, such as high temperatures, relevant to the Northwest Territories.
-
Scott Monteith Shared context
Northwest Territories is the location where projects like Avalon are developing, and Scott Monteith is a person whose context is not provided in the evidence.
-
Indigenous Services Canada Structural
Indigenous Services Canada operates to provide services within the jurisdiction of the Northwest Territories.
-
Alaska Shared context
Both regions share ecological contexts, including overwintering fires and caribou herd ranges.
-
Imperial College London Shared context
A's research focuses on climate change issues relevant to the fire risk and environmental context of the Northwest Territories.
-
Ryan Beck Shared context
Ryan Beck served as a trainee in the Northwest Territories.
-
Rebecca Alty Shared context
Rebecca Alty advocates for the growth and interests of the Northwest Territories through her professional and political activities.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
12 events- Avalon Rare Metals is exploring various mineral projects across different regions of Canada, including Kenora, Northwest Territories, and Nova Scotia.
- Eagle Plains Resources Ltd. controls projects and explores properties across Western Canada, including NWT, Saskatchewan, BC, and Yukon.
- Canterra Minerals Corporation acquired and began exploring mineral properties, focusing on gold, in Alberta and Northwest Territories.
- A proposal for the Mackenzie Valley Highway is underway, with Fort Simpson and Wrigley identified as key destinations, and river crossings are involved.
- The Canada Investment Summit is being held in Toronto, led by Mark Carney, focusing on infrastructure spending to boost mining and resource development in British Columbia and the Northwest Territories.
- MOU signed to strengthen grid reliability and explore nuclear potential in Western Canada.
- Basic facts confirming Inuvik is a town in the Northwest Territories and noting the location of a Chevrolet dealership.
- The Pine Point mine development, located in the Northwest Territories, is being pitched by a minister to attract significant international investment for critical mineral resources.
- Honey Badger Silver Inc. is evaluating the restart of its PC Silver Mine, which is located in the Northwest Territories, by engaging Tusk Automation Inc. for the assessment.
- The Government of the Northwest Territories is developing new regulations concerning pharmacists.
- JoAnne Wilson spoke about the current status of frogs in the Northwest Territories.
- Mountain Province Diamonds Inc. operates in the Gahcho Kué diamond mine located in the Northwest Territories.
August 2026
14 events- Underfunded education system in the Northwest Territories is leading to increased classroom aggression.
- NWT employees are utilizing the federal pension plan while Mark Carney's government announces public service cuts.
- Brendan Hanley announced funding for Indigenous-led projects in the Northwest Territories.
- Government of Canada supports Indigenous agribusiness transformation in the Northwest Territories.
- Youth mental health services are experiencing a high surge in overnight demand across multiple provinces including Manitoba, New Brunswick, Alberta, Northwest Territories, and British Columbia.
- The Northwest Territories government established a Major Projects Office to manage infrastructure projects based in the resource-rich region.
- Ed Wood resigned as mayor of Harrison Hot Springs on August 17, 2026. Separately, Fred Talen was noted to have worked for the Northwest Territories government.
- Announcements regarding national initiatives were made from the Northwest Territories headquarters.
- A minister announced funding for Search and Rescue (SAR) services in the Northwest Territories, highlighting the importance of SAR to the region.
- Fireweed Metals Corp. is exploring mineral assets in the Northwest Territories and Yukon.
- Expert analysis links evacuations to climate change, and CBC requested government data on evacuation trends.
- A research site is situated in the hamlet of Fort Providence in the Northwest Territories.
- Climate change is increasing fire conditions in both Ontario and Northwest Territories.
- Rover Critical Minerals Corp. is exploring and developing mineral properties in the Northwest Territories near Yellowknife.
July 2026
20 events- Avalon Advanced Materials Inc. is developing the Nechalacho project in the Northwest Territories and seeking federal financing from Ottawa.
- Out-of-control wildfires are burning across Northwest Territories, Manitoba, and British Columbia, forcing resident evacuations.
- Ottawa is funding clean energy projects in Yukon and Northwest Territories, including biomass studies in Whitehorse.
- A joint homebuilding program has been announced in partnership to collaborate on affordable housing units, involving Mark Carney, Alberta, Ottawa, and Northwest Territories.
- Projects in the Northwest Territories overseen by the Major Projects Office are facing viability threats due to funding cuts affecting essential services like counselling.
- Golden Pursuit Resources Ltd. has commenced its 2026 mineral exploration program in the Northwest Territories.
- Indigenous Services Canada manages services in the territory of Nunavut and Northwest Territories.
- Jamie Moses sought answers from the Northwest Territories government regarding the community of Wrigley.
- Northwest Territories is now considered part of the larger geopolitical region of Northern Canada.
- Smoke moved from Northwest Territories into Saskatchewan.
- Wildfires in Northwest Territories cause smoke that is affecting air quality in Alberta.
- Burgundy Diamond Mines purchased the Ekati mine in the Northwest Territories and is now operating in the competitive Canadian diamond market, overseen by a receiver appointed by PricewaterhouseCoopers.
- The Northwest Territories and Yukon are facing a shared risk from wildfires and smoke impacts.
- Burgundy Diamond Mines is undergoing mine winding down after a court granted protection from creditors in the Northwest Territories.
- The news volume is currently centered on the territories of Nunavut, Northwest Territories, and Yukon.
- Northwest Territories and Yukon are facing a shared issue of high health-care occupation vacancy rates.
- Severe drought conditions are impacting resource bases in British Columbia and Northwest Territories.
- A Bird Dog aircraft crashed in the Northwest Territories on July 10, 2026.
- Osisko Metals is exploring base metal properties in Canada, holding projects in the Northwest Territories and on Great Slave Lake.
- On July 8, 2026, Parks Canada protected communities in the Northwest Territories while Olivier Lamy fought wildfires and Ryan Beck served as a trainee.
Show 1 earlier month
June 2026
14 events- Widespread fires producing smoke are affecting air quality across multiple provinces, including Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta.
- The Government of Canada provided conditional approval and infrastructure funding for critical mineral extraction projects in Alberta and Northwest Territories.
- The Government of Canada is seeking to fast-track infrastructure projects, tying energy deals to national interest to unlock critical mineral opportunities.
- A mine project in the Northwest Territories is coordinating operations with Parks Canada and the territorial government.
- Canada is designating infrastructure in Northwest Territories and Nunavut while planning an energy deal with Alberta, driven by legislative action.
- Weather systems are impacting various regions of Canada, including the Northwest Territories, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Quebec, and Yukon.
- Projects are underway to connect Nunavut and Northwest Territories via infrastructure.
- The Northwest Territories government established a Major Projects Office to manage infrastructure projects based in the resource-rich region.
- Multiple Canadian provinces, including Quebec, Alberta, and Saskatchewan, are currently under heat warnings.
- Infrastructure projects are underway connecting Nunavut, Northwest Territories, and Inuvik, alongside Mark Carney pushing a new Act through Parliament.
- A Minister provided support for wildfire efforts in the Northwest Territories.
- Rackla Metals is drilling and Ekati Diamond Mine operations are being overseen in the Northwest Territories.
- A national warning was issued on June 6th regarding current weather patterns, strong warm signals, and the summer forecast across various regions of Canada.
- An aircraft was used to coordinate firefighting operations in the Northwest Territories.