Media Releases

Dog Impound Fee Increased

The City of Yellowknife (the City) would like to remind the public of the increase in the dog impoundment fee, which took effect on January 1, 2025. This fee increase was approved by City Council in December 2024.

Current impoundment fee: $250/day per dog

The dog impoundment fee applies to dog owners whose pet is being held due to being separated from their owner.

This fee adjustment supports the increasing costs of daily care when dogs are impounded. Dog owners are encouraged to ensure their pets...

Input on Climate Action Plan

The City of Yellowknife (the City) is seeking input as it develops its draft 2026-2036 Climate Action Plan. From January 14 to February 10, 2025, residents, businesses and organizations are invited to provide their insights on climate change via PlaceSpeak. The data collected in this survey will help determine how, as a community, we can best mitigate and adapt to the effects of climate change.

The Climate Action Plan will outline goals, objectives and actions for corporate and community‐wide...

Solid Waste Facility Weekend Closure Notice

The City is advising residents and businesses that the Solid Waste Facility (SWF) will be closed on weekends for the month of January as part of ongoing measures to manage the subsurface landfill fire. This decision allows the City to focus resources on addressing the situation safely and efficiently. The Solid Waste Facility will continue to be open to the public during its regular operating hours Tuesday to Friday.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to ensure a safe...

Subsurface Landfill Fire Mitigation Efforts Update at Solid Waste Facility

From October 2024 to January 2025, the Solid Waste Facility (SWF) has been actively managing a subsurface landfill fire. Such fires are not unusual in landfill environments, particularly during dry conditions or when there is an accumulation of organic waste. We are issuing this media advisory now to update the public on the ongoing management and safety measures regarding the subsurface landfill fire and to inform them of potential access restrictions at SWF.

Early detection and monitoring work...

Reaching Home Funding Available

Near the end of 2023, the City of Yellowknife (the City) secured a four-year extension on their federal Reaching Home funding agreement. From April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2028, the City will continue to receive funds annually to address homelessness and housing needs in Yellowknife.

As we head into our second year of the four-year extension, the City is seeking project proposals from NGOs and charitable organizations geared towards supporting our local unhoused community. For the upcoming fiscal...