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Posted on Thursday, March 06, 2025 06:17 PM

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Tourist Accommodation Tax Comes Into Effect On April 1st, 2025

Posted on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 06:53 PM

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The Tourist Accommodation Tax By-Law No. 5099, passed by the Yellowknife City Council in 2024, comes into effect on April 1st, 2025. This By-Law requires that a 4% tax be applied to the purchase price of tourist accommodation in the City. The funds collected will be used to enhance and grow the tourism sector in Yellowknife.

All operators of licensed tourist accommodation within Yellowknife must comply with this new tax. This includes both larger commercial properties and short-term rental...