We encourage thoughtful comments and respectful discussion. Before commenting, please review our community guidelines: cbc.ca/aboutcbc/discover/submissions.htmlThe state of rural Yukon healthcare: by the numbersCBC News North2026-09-26 | Rural Yukon health centres have long struggled with temporary closures and disruptions. The past 12 months were no exception. The territory's health department recently shared some statistics with CBC News. Dana Hatherly has the breakdown.
#Yukon #Healthcare #CanadaHealthcare #oldcrow #beavercreek #WatsonLake #DawsonCity #Whitehorse #Carmacks #HainesJunctionAfter decades of drinking water issues, Sanikiluaq is getting a new water treatment plantCBC News North2026-09-26 | People of Sanikiluaq get their water tested every week and for years those tests have led to a 'Do not consume' advisory. But there is a solution on the horizon. Caitlin Joanas reports.
#Nunavut #Sanikiluaq #Water #DrinkingWater #IqaluitDespite another gun-related incident, Fort Smith residents say they feel safeCBC News North2026-09-26 | Three people in Fort Smith were threatened with a gun at three different times on Sept. 19. The incident occurred about a month after the Fireweed Festival shooting. Local leaders say residents haven't raised concerns about public safety. Tamara Merritt reports.
#FortSmith #NWT #NorthwestTerritories #RCMP #Police #YellowknifeYukon govt still chasing tailings pond leak, nearly 2 years laterCBC News North2026-09-26 | The Yukon Government first reported a tailings pond leak at the abandoned Wolverine Mine in late 2024. As Caitrin Pilkington reports, nearly two years later, the government is still looking to find and fix the leak.
#Yukon #Whitehorse #Mining #DawsonCity #WatsonLake #mine #industryNunavut child and youth representative presents scathing assessment to leadersCBC News North2026-09-26 | Nunavut's representative for children and youth, Jane Bates, presented an assessment of what she's calling a child welfare crisis. It comes during the Nunavut Legislative Assembly’s government oversight committee sitting this week. Arty Sarkisian reports.
#nunavut #childcare #FosterCare #Familyservices #IqaluitIgalaaq - Sept 25, 2026CBC News North2026-09-26 | ...Artists go analog at 2026 Dawson Film LabCBC News North2026-09-25 | In the Yukon, artists are gathering in Dawson City to learn an ‘old’ technology that’s ‘new’ to them. The Dawson Film Lab is a two-week-long residency that focuses on analogue film processes. Hyunjung Kim brings us the story.
Consider SubscribingCity of Whitehorse brings legal action against trucking company for fourth timeCBC News North2026-09-25 | Two partners of a Whitehorse trucking company were ordered to serve five days in jail last month.That's after repeatedly defying court orders to clean and leave a city-owned gravel pit. TJ Dhir has the details.
Consider SubscribingWhat does it take to build a school in the arctic?CBC News North2026-09-25 | Pangniq High School opened its doors in late August, replacing the aging Netsilik school. The new building cost around $87 million to build. Building it wasn't easy — its remote location presented its own set of hurdles. Alyssa Mosher spoke with Justin Leclair, the design lead for the project, about the challenges of designing in the North.
Consider SubscribingRenovations needed for long-awaited womens shelter in Sanikiluaq, NunavutCBC News North2026-09-25 | A women's shelter that was initially supposed to open in Sanikiluaq, Nunavut, in December 2024 needs more work to address some design problems. The community's SAO hopes it will be ready to open its doors in about five weeks. The CBC's Liny Lamberink has the story.
Consider SubscribingYellowknife city council pushes community, transport plans forwardCBC News North2026-09-25 | A plan defining how Yellowknife should grow is heading to the N.W.T. government for approval. The community plan itself goes all the way to 2050. Sarah St-Pierre has that story.
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Consider SubscribingYellowknifes outgoing mayor reflects on term after exiting election raceCBC News North2026-09-25 | Yellowknife Mayor Ben Hendricksen initially announced he would not run for mayor in the upcoming municipal election, but would run for council. This week, he withdrew his name. He spoke to the CBC’s Shannon Scott about his decision and what he’s accomplished in his term.
Consider SubscribingHas the N.W.T. govt made the territory any safer?CBC News North2026-09-25 | CLARIFICATION (25/09/2026): This story suggests MLA Kieron Testart held town hall meetings on SCAN legislation. In fact, he participated in those meetings as part of the standing committee on social development.
Safety remains a major concern for residents in the Northwest Territories and a top priority for the government. But has the territory actually become any safer since this cohort of MLAs took office? The CBC's Devon Tredinnick reports.
Consider SubscribingWhat will El Niño look like in the N.W.T.?CBC News North2026-09-25 | The strongest El Niño ever recorded could mean a warmer fall and winter for the N.W.T. Jessica Davey-Quantick has more on the effects in the Northwest Territories this winter.
We encourage thoughtful comments and respectful discussion. Before commenting, please review our community guidelines: cbc.ca/aboutcbc/discover/submissions.htmlIgalaaq - Sept 24, 2026CBC News North2026-09-25 | ...Why does Yellowknife have a 12-month residency requirement for voting?CBC News North2026-09-25 | To vote in the 2026 Yellowknife Municipal election, voters will need to meet certain requirements. For many, those will be straightforward. But as Niles Niemuth tells us, there's one rule that's stricter here than in much of the country.
Consider SubscribingAlberta man sentenced to 3.5 years for cocaine trafficking in Norman Wells, N.W.T.CBC News North2026-09-25 | Devon Salisbury was sentenced to three-and-a-half years in prison for possession of cocaine with the purpose of trafficking on Tuesday. Police seized close to 740g of cocaine at a rental home. Tamara Merritt reports.
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Consider SubscribingDawson City, Yukon, man jailed for 2018 manslaughter granted day paroleCBC News North2026-09-25 | A Dawson City, Yukon, man, who was convicted of manslaughter two years ago in the 2018 death of a B.C. man, has been granted day parole in Whitehorse. After serving two years of his manslaughter sentence, Morgan is now allowed to be out in the general public in Whitehorse by day, returning to a halfway house each night, for six months. CBC's Chris MacIntyre.
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Consider SubscribingThis Yellowknifer says he wont vote for any candidates who use AI in their campaignCBC News North2026-09-25 | Although much has happened in Yellowknife since the last municipal election in 2022, for many voters, the central issues remain the same: the cost of living, degraded infrastructure, downtown revitalization, and a housing shortage. The big difference this time around may be in the campaign itself, and the AI tools now available to candidates.
Consider SubscribingInuvik residents talk hard drugs, community safety at town hall following shootingCBC News North2026-09-25 | More than 200 people came out to a town hall meeting in Inuvik Tuesday night. Local leadership and RCMP heard the community give emotional outcries for help. The CBC's Dez Loreen was there.
Consider SubscribingNorthbeat - Sept 23, 2026CBC News North2026-09-24 | CLARIFICATION (25/09/2026): A story in this broadcast on public safety suggests MLA Kieron Testart held town hall meetings on SCAN legislation. In fact, he participated in those meetings as part of the standing committee on social development.
We encourage thoughtful comments and respectful discussion. Before commenting, please review our community guidelines: cbc.ca/aboutcbc/discover/submissions.htmlIgalaaq - Sept 21, 2026CBC News North2026-09-22 | ...Future of Indian Hospitals Foundation up for discussionCBC News North2026-09-21 | Federal Indian Hospital survivors in the Northwest Territories will have the chance to shape the services provided by a new foundation created as part of a settlement. Session facilitator Mike Degagne told the CBC’s Shannon Scott about the session, scheduled for Sept. 22 in Yellowknife.
We encourage thoughtful comments and respectful discussion. Before commenting, please review our community guidelines: cbc.ca/aboutcbc/discover/submissions.htmlCheck out Whatìs beautiful bountiful community gardenCBC News North2026-09-19 | Fresh food is not always easy to find in the territories and it's certainly not cheap. That's why some places are turning to community gardens, and there's no better example than Whatı̀, N.W.T. CBC's Meghan Roberts visited the community's gardens.
Consider SubscribingDentists make brief visit to Tuktoyaktuk, N.W.T., for the first time in yearsCBC News North2026-09-19 | A dental team from Yellowknife is in the community of Tuktoyaktuk for a short visit. Residents told CBC they couldn't remember the last time a dental clinic visited the community. CBC's Dez Loreen has more.
Consider SubscribingRCMP Chief Superintendent talks N.W.T crime severity indexCBC News North2026-09-19 | RCMP Chief Superintendent Dyson Smith briefed N.W.T. politicians on what police are facing on the ground and why social support is a key component to reducing crimes. The CBC's Shannon Scott spoke with him Friday on The Trailbreaker.
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Consider SubscribingInuit Tapiriit Kanatami gives $51M to conservation programs across Inuit NunangatCBC News North2026-09-19 | Inuit-led conservation work is getting a big boost in Nunavut. About half of the $51 million dollars is going to the territory. Arty Sarkisian reports.
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Consider SubscribingRemediation work starts on Clinton Creek, Yukon, asbestos mineCBC News North2026-09-19 | Remediation work is now underway at the former Clinton Creek asbestos mine 100 kilometres northwest of Dawson City. The mine was active from 1968 to 1978 and it's been abandoned since. In 2025 the Government of Canada took control of the site. Now, Ottawa is working with the Trondek Hwechin government to remediate the former mine. Chris MacIntyre reports.
Consider SubscribingNunavuts Kilikvak Kabloona named appointee on National Council for ReconciliationCBC News North2026-09-19 | The National Council for Reconciliation has announced it's first permanent board of directors. One appointee is a familiar face to many in Nunavut, the former CEO of Nunavut Tunngavik incorporated Kilikvak Kabloona. She's also known for her extensive work with the Government of Nunavut. Bianca McKeown has more.
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Consider SubscribingIgalaaq - Sept 18, 2026CBC News North2026-09-19 | ...B.C. man sentenced in Haines Junction, Yukon, manslaughter caseCBC News North2026-09-19 | In April, Seth Boss was found not guilty of 2nd-degree murder for the death of Anthony Primozic in Haines Junction by the Yukon Supreme Court. Boss, 24, was instead convicted of the lesser charge of manslaughter. Five months later on Sept. 17, Boss was setenced by the Yukon Supreme Court. The CBC's Jackie Hong has the details.
Consider SubscribingAs the Arctic Council celebrates 30 years, some argue its going through a crisisCBC News North2026-09-19 | The Arctic Council includes all eight Arctic states and aims to promote political and scientific cooperation in the region. However, some are arguing the organization is going through a crisis. Arty Sarkisian reports.
Consider SubscribingEmbrace Life Council holds polar dip at Iqaluits Apex BeachCBC News North2026-09-19 | Sept. 17, marked the conclusion of Embrace Life Week in Iqaluit. There, the Embrace Life Council organized activities dedicated to healing, resilience and suicide prevention. That concluded today with a polar dip at Apex Beach. The CBC's Toby Otak was there and jumped in herself.
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Consider SubscribingN.W.T., Yukon mining and energy projects get boost at Canada Investment SummitCBC News North2026-09-19 | Prime Minister Mark Carney organized and hosted the Canada Investment Summit in Toronto, which brought together deep-pocketed investors from around the world to consider a slate of more than 160 projects across Canada. CBC's Niles Niemuth reports.
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Consider SubscribingN.W.T. man sentenced almost 6 years for deadly Inuvik-Tuk highway accidentCBC News North2026-09-19 | CORRECTION (18/9/2026): A previous version of this story said Wright will go to prison for drunk driving and criminal negligence. In fact, he is convicted of causing death while operating a vehicle over the legal limit as well as criminal negligence causing death.
Joseph Wright's drunk driving on the Inuvik-Tuk highway cost him a childhood friend in 2022. Last week, the N.W.T. Supreme Court handed him a 2,140 day sentence. Devon Tredinnick reports.
We encourage thoughtful comments and respectful discussion. Before commenting, please review our community guidelines: cbc.ca/aboutcbc/discover/submissions.htmlIgalaaq - Sept 17, 2026CBC News North2026-09-18 | ...Nunavut filmmaker Zacharias Kunuk wins Governor General awardCBC News North2026-09-17 | Igloolik filmmaker Zacharias Kunuk is receiving one of Canada’s top honours in the arts. He is one of eight winners of this year’s Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts. Carl Cardinal has more.
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Consider SubscribingYellowknife exhibit shares residential school stories through artCBC News North2026-09-17 | A new exhibit in Yellowknife tells the stories of residential school survivors through art. It's part of the How I Survived project which gathers and preserves the experiences of people who went to residential school. Eight different artists, all survivors or intergenerational survivors created pieces that weave storytelling, art and resilience. The CBC's Meghan Roberts spoke with one of the curators of the exhibit to find out more.
Consider SubscribingNunavuts land claims organization aims to take over responsibility of Nunavuts children in careCBC News North2026-09-17 | Nunavut's child welfare system has been under scrutiny for years. Now, the territory's land claims organization is hoping to take over for the organizations in charge of children in care. One former premier hopes the move will lead to more culturally appropriate care in the territory. Arty Sarkisian reports.
Consider SubscribingLeaders, executives make Yukon investment pitches at Toronto summitCBC News North2026-09-17 | Yukon mining leaders and top politicians are unpacking following the Canada Investment Summit. Global investors met in Toronto for the conference this week. The purpose? To draw money in. Dana Hatherly has the story.
Consider SubscribingNorthbeat - Sept 16, 2026CBC News North2026-09-17 | NOTE (18/9/2026): An earlier version of this broadcast contained a story about a sentencing for Joseph Wright related to a 2022 accident. You can see it here: youtu.be/FEhVp_TaDV4
We encourage thoughtful comments and respectful discussion. Before commenting, please review our community guidelines: cbc.ca/aboutcbc/discover/submissions.htmlIgalaaq - Sept 16, 2026CBC News North2026-09-17 | ...Trucker reacts to closure of N.W.T. Tibbett to Contwoyto winter roadCBC News North2026-09-16 | Trucker reacts to closure of N.W.T. Tibbett to Contwoyto winter road