Northwest Territories.
territory of Canada
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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What's happening
Active this week
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Ottawa is funding clean energy projects in Yukon and Northwest Territories, including biomass studies in Whitehorse.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Ottawa, led by Minister Rebecca Chartrand, is engaging with northern governments regarding Arctic governance and resource funding.Some support1 report
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Silver price fluctuations are impacting the mining operations of SSR Mining in the Northwest Territories.Some support1 report
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Mutual aid agreements are being utilized under CIFFC coordination to deploy personnel assisting with large blazes across Northwest Territories, Yukon, and Alberta.Some support3 reports
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Federal budget earmarks funds for highway construction in the Northwest Territories.Some support1 report
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Ottawa is considering lifting the moratorium on oil exploration in the Northwest Territories.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Multiple Canadian provinces and territories, including NWT, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, have recently adopted new time zone policies.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Landslides occurred along the Johnson River and Redstone River in the Northwest Territories.Some support1 report
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Johnson River meets Mackenzie River in the Northwest Territories, where Joseph Young conducted doctoral research.Some support1 report
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The Government of Canada is seeking to fast-track infrastructure projects, tying energy deals to national interest to unlock critical mineral opportunities.Well supported8 reports7 developments inside
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Territorial officials in the Northwest Territories are seeking federal assistance to address energy poverty and high cost of living.Some support1 report
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East Coast plaintiffs are involved in a Canadian legal case concerning Yukon and Northwest Territories.Some support2 reports
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Weather systems are impacting various regions of Canada, including the Northwest Territories, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Quebec, and Yukon.Some support1 report11 developments inside
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An advisory has been issued stretching south from the Northwest Territories border into Saskatchewan.Some support1 report
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Government of Canada provides funding for snow blowers and graders to strengthen air safety in the Northwest Territories.Some support1 report
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Governor Tiff Macklem visited Northwest Territories projects to understand the local economy.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Minister David McGuinty announced support for northern supply chain infrastructure across Nunavut, Northwest Territories, and Nunavik.Some support1 report
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Municipalities in the Northwest Territories manage local services and taxes.Some support1 report
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A candidate was born in Brampton, attended university, and worked in the Northwest Territories.Some support1 report
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A research site is situated in the hamlet of Fort Providence in the Northwest Territories.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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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 reports7 developments inside
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CDL develops a resource platform in collaboration with the Northwest Territories, funded by Natural Resources Canada.Some support1 report
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Nunavut regions are aligning with the Northwest Territories time zone, while residents travel to southern provinces for healthcare.Some support1 report
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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 support2 reports
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Federal investment is being used to improve health access in the Northwest Territories.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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The federal government provides health-care funding to the Northwest Territories, with Lucy Kuptana serving as interim minister and Marjorie Michel discussing health improvements.Some support2 reports
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Avalon Rare Metals is exploring various mineral projects across different regions of Canada, including Kenora, Northwest Territories, and Nova Scotia.Some support1 report
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Widespread fires producing smoke are affecting air quality across multiple provinces, including Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta.Well supported21 reports9 developments inside
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Eagle Plains Resources Ltd. controls projects and explores properties across Western Canada, including NWT, Saskatchewan, BC, and Yukon.Some support1 report
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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
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Canterra Minerals Corporation acquired and began exploring mineral properties, focusing on gold, in Alberta and Northwest Territories.Some support1 report
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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
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MOU signed to strengthen grid reliability and explore nuclear potential in Western Canada.Some support2 reports
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Basic facts confirming Inuvik is a town in the Northwest Territories and noting the location of a Chevrolet dealership.Some support1 report
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A mine project in the Northwest Territories is coordinating operations with Parks Canada and the territorial government.Well supported5 reports3 developments inside
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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
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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
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The Government of the Northwest Territories is developing new regulations concerning pharmacists.Some support1 report
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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
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JoAnne Wilson spoke about the current status of frogs in the Northwest Territories.Some support1 report
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Mountain Province Diamonds Inc. operates in the Gahcho Kué diamond mine located in the Northwest Territories.Some support1 report
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Projects are underway to connect Nunavut and Northwest Territories via infrastructure.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Underfunded education system in the Northwest Territories is leading to increased classroom aggression.Some support1 report
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NWT employees are utilizing the federal pension plan while Mark Carney's government announces public service cuts.Some support1 report
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Brendan Hanley announced funding for Indigenous-led projects in the Northwest Territories.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Government of Canada supports Indigenous agribusiness transformation in the Northwest Territories.Some support2 reports
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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
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The Northwest Territories government established a Major Projects Office to manage infrastructure projects based in the resource-rich region.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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The Northwest Territories government established a Major Projects Office to manage infrastructure projects based in the resource-rich region.Some support2 reports
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Announcements regarding national initiatives were made from the Northwest Territories headquarters.Some support1 report1 development inside
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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
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Multiple Canadian provinces, including Quebec, Alberta, and Saskatchewan, are currently under heat warnings.Some support6 reports2 developments inside
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Fireweed Metals Corp. is exploring mineral assets in the Northwest Territories and Yukon.Some support4 reports
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Expert analysis links evacuations to climate change, and CBC requested government data on evacuation trends.Some support1 report
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Infrastructure projects are underway connecting Nunavut, Northwest Territories, and Inuvik, alongside Mark Carney pushing a new Act through Parliament.Well supported5 reports5 developments inside
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Avalon Advanced Materials Inc. is developing the Nechalacho project in the Northwest Territories and seeking federal financing from Ottawa.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Climate change is increasing fire conditions in both Ontario and Northwest Territories.Some support2 reports
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A Minister provided support for wildfire efforts in the Northwest Territories.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Out-of-control wildfires are burning across Northwest Territories, Manitoba, and British Columbia, forcing resident evacuations.Well supported12 reports1 development inside
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Rover Critical Minerals Corp. is exploring and developing mineral properties in the Northwest Territories near Yellowknife.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Northwest Territories
Events traced to Northwest Territories, step by step, newest first- How could the Dechinta Centre's new federal funding affect the Northwest Territories?Increased federal funding could expand Dechinta's educational reach across the North.Likely
- How could the existence of procurement policies in other territories affect the Northwest Territories?Lack of procurement policy may limit contract opportunities for Indigenous businesses in N.W.T.Possible
- Northwest Territories may gain $3.1 billion for highway projectNorthwest Territories may benefit from $3.1 billion highway fundingLikely
- NICO project may bring economic development to Northwest TerritoriesNICO project development may bring significant economic and infrastructure changes to Northwest TerritoriesPossible
- Nolinor Aviation's new service may increase demand in Northwest TerritoriesNolinor Aviation's new fleet service may boost demand for services in Northwest TerritoriesPossible
- Valor's gold project may require regulatory focus in Northwest TerritoriesValor's gold project development may require increased regulatory focus in the Northwest TerritoriesPossible
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Explainers that pass through Northwest Territories
Northwest Territories is a step on the way to someone else- How could Nunavut and Yukon establishing procurement policies affect company?Local companies in N.W.T. may face limited contract access due to policy gapsPossible
- How could the existence of procurement policies in Nunavut and Yukon affect the Government of the Northwest Territories?Lack of policy in NWT challenges its ability to manage major contractsPossible
Around Northwest Territories this week
News at the entities that move Northwest Territories most-
Government of Canada StructuralThe Government of Canada requires a residence permit for long stays related to Haiti.Moves Northwest Territories
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Ottawa StructuralOttawa is using different AI market strategies and acting as a large buyer for Canadian AI firms, involving Taiwan.Moves Northwest Territories
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Yellowknife StructuralThe Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning is based in Yellowknife.Moves Northwest Territories
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Alberta OperationalCBC News reported on wage gaps across Canada, noting that Alberta has the lowest minimum wage.Moves Northwest Territories
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Saskatchewan OperationalNexGen Energy is a Canadian company whose project portfolio is located in northern Saskatchewan and is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange.Moves Northwest Territories
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Nunavut OperationalAgnico Eagle's Canadian gold operations, including the Hope Bay Project in Nunavut, are competing globally against mines in Papua New Guinea.Moves Northwest Territories
Connections
The 40 strongest of 2,408, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Ottawa Structural
Ottawa (Federal Government) provides essential financial, regulatory, and infrastructure support to the Northwest Territories.
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Yellowknife Structural
Yellowknife functions as the administrative capital and operational hub for the Northwest Territories.
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Government of Canada Structural
The Government of Canada provides essential financial investment and operational support for infrastructure and projects within the Northwest Territories.
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Saskatchewan Operational
The provinces engage in mutual operational coordination, resource exchange, and are coupled by shared environmental factors like wildfires.
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Nunavut Operational
The territories are linked by infrastructure projects, shared resource development, and coordinated policy efforts.
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company Structural
The company is registered and regulated under the legal framework of the Northwest Territories.
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Lucy Kuptana Structural
Lucy Kuptana serves as the interim minister for the Northwest Territories.
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Jay MacDonald Structural
Jay MacDonald serves as the Environment Minister for the Northwest Territories.
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Alberta Operational
Alberta and Northwest Territories maintain active operational links through energy cooperation, mutual aid during crises, and formal compacts.
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Government of the Northwest Territories Structural
A is the governmental body responsible for the administration and services within the territory of B.
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Yukon Operational
The territories maintain operational coordination through mutual aid, shared risk management, and mutual tracking of policy progress.
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Major Projects Office Structural
Projects within the Northwest Territories are formally referred to and tracked by the Major Projects Office.
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Health Canada Structural
Health Canada provides regulatory approval and funding oversight necessary for health care coverage in the Northwest Territories.
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Mark Carney Shared context
Mark Carney maintains a biographical connection to the Northwest Territories while his current policy influence addresses regional development and crises.
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De Beers Shared context
De Beers operates diamond mines within the geographic boundaries of the Northwest Territories.
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PricewaterhouseCoopers Structural
Northwest Territories appointed PricewaterhouseCoopers to serve as the receiver overseeing the mine winding down process.
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Natural Resources Canada Structural
Natural Resources Canada provides financial support, infrastructure funding, and operational data to enable activities within the Northwest Territories.
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British Columbia Operational
The two regions are operationally linked through shared environmental challenges (wildfires, air quality) and resource dependencies.
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Donald Trump Operational
Donald Trump threatens sanctions against the Northwest Territories in response to wildfire smoke.
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Caitlin Cleveland Operational
Caitlin Cleveland acts as a ministerial representative pitching the critical mineral resources of the Northwest Territories.
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Calgary Operational
Wildfires and smoke from the Northwest Territories actively impact the environment and regional economy of Calgary.
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Jamie Moses Structural
Jamie Moses relies on the governmental structures of the Northwest Territories for information and official responses.
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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.
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Ottawa Structural
The pension plan utilized by NWT employees is administered through the federal infrastructure based in Ottawa.
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Arctic Circle Structural
The territory of Northwest Territories is geographically defined and bounded by the Arctic Circle.
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Brendan Hanley Operational
Brendan Hanley influences matters concerning the Northwest Territories, specifically regarding Indigenous-led project funding.
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Osisko Metals Structural
Osisko Metals operates within the jurisdiction of the Northwest Territories.
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Ritu Khullar Structural
Ritu Khullar served in a judicial capacity within the legal system of the Northwest Territories.
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CBC News Mentioned together
CBC News reports on and seeks data regarding events and issues occurring within the Northwest Territories.
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Jackson Lafferty Operational
Jackson Lafferty holds an indigenous leadership role involved in the corridor design processes of the Northwest Territories.
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Gamètì Shared context
Gamètì benefits from the extension of the NPAR area, which is situated within the Northwest Territories.
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Ryan Beck Shared context
Ryan Beck served as a trainee in the Northwest Territories.
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Ontario Shared context
Both regions are noted as being vulnerable to increased fire risk due to climate change.
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Kyle Joly Mentioned together
The relationship is based on a single snapshot describing a shared research context involving GPS-collar data from mammals.
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Marjorie Michel Shared context
Marjorie Michel discusses health issues and improvements within the Northwest Territories.
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Valor Shared context
Valor's project is located within the Northwest Territories.
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Ekati Diamond Mine Shared context
The Ekati Diamond Mine is geographically situated within the borders of the Northwest Territories.
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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.
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Rebecca Alty Shared context
Rebecca Alty advocates for the growth and interests of the Northwest Territories through her professional and political activities.
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Indigenous Services Canada Structural
Indigenous Services Canada operates to provide services within the jurisdiction of the Northwest Territories.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
4 events- Ottawa, led by Minister Rebecca Chartrand, is engaging with northern governments regarding Arctic governance and resource funding.
- Silver price fluctuations are impacting the mining operations of SSR Mining in the Northwest Territories.
- Federal budget earmarks funds for highway construction in the Northwest Territories.
- Ottawa is considering lifting the moratorium on oil exploration in the Northwest Territories.
October 2026
15 events- Multiple Canadian provinces and territories, including NWT, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, have recently adopted new time zone policies.
- Landslides occurred along the Johnson River and Redstone River in the Northwest Territories.
- Johnson River meets Mackenzie River in the Northwest Territories, where Joseph Young conducted doctoral research.
- Territorial officials in the Northwest Territories are seeking federal assistance to address energy poverty and high cost of living.
- East Coast plaintiffs are involved in a Canadian legal case concerning Yukon and Northwest Territories.
- An advisory has been issued stretching south from the Northwest Territories border into Saskatchewan.
- Government of Canada provides funding for snow blowers and graders to strengthen air safety in the Northwest Territories.
- Governor Tiff Macklem visited Northwest Territories projects to understand the local economy.
- Minister David McGuinty announced support for northern supply chain infrastructure across Nunavut, Northwest Territories, and Nunavik.
- Municipalities in the Northwest Territories manage local services and taxes.
- A candidate was born in Brampton, attended university, and worked in the Northwest Territories.
- CDL develops a resource platform in collaboration with the Northwest Territories, funded by Natural Resources Canada.
- Nunavut regions are aligning with the Northwest Territories time zone, while residents travel to southern provinces for healthcare.
- Federal investment is being used to improve health access in the Northwest Territories.
- The federal government provides health-care funding to the Northwest Territories, with Lucy Kuptana serving as interim minister and Marjorie Michel discussing health improvements.
September 2026
12 events- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Show 3 earlier months
August 2026
14 events- A research site is situated in the hamlet of Fort Providence in the Northwest Territories.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
4 events- Ottawa is funding clean energy projects in Yukon and Northwest Territories, including biomass studies in Whitehorse.
- Mutual aid agreements are being utilized under CIFFC coordination to deploy personnel assisting with large blazes across Northwest Territories, Yukon, and Alberta.
- 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.
June 2026
11 events- The Government of Canada is seeking to fast-track infrastructure projects, tying energy deals to national interest to unlock critical mineral opportunities.
- Weather systems are impacting various regions of Canada, including the Northwest Territories, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Quebec, and Yukon.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.