Adrian Bell, Yellowknife City Councillor

Youth Housing Project Opens in Yellowknife

-Media Release-

 

YELLOWKNIFE, NORTHWEST TERRITORIES  |  SEPTEMBER 22, 2015 

 

The SideDoor Youth Ministries and the City of Yellowknife’s Community Advisory Board on Homelessness are celebrating the opening of Hope’s Haven, a housing project aimed at supporting youth ages 16 to 24. Hope’s Haven is a twelve unit building and the only one of its kind in Northwest Territories. 

 

At 3:00 pm on Thursday, September 24, 2015, please join Mayor Mark Heyck as he officially announces the opening of Hope’s Haven, located at 5114-52 Street. 

 

In addition to providing housing, the project is aimed at helping youth attain the stability required for the successful transition to adulthood, independence and permanent housing.

Media Release: World Snow Day, January 19th

2^nd ANNUAL WORLD SNOW DAY CELEBRATIONS

YELLOWKNIFE, NORTHWEST TERRITORIES  |  OCTOBER 9, 2013

In collaboration with local organizations, the City of Yellowknife will be celebrating World Snow Day on Sunday, January 19, 2014.

World Snow Day is an event promoted by the International Ski Federation which encourages residents to celebrate all things snow.  This past year, over 430,000 participants enjoyed, explored and experienced snow at 435 events held in 39 countries around the world.  In Yellowknife, a wide range of free outdoor activities, such as skiing, snowboarding and skating, are being planned for January 19.  The activities will be free or offered at a minimal cost and open to participants of all ages. 

Media Release: Burn it Smart Workshop

YELLOWKNIFE, NORTHWEST TERRITORIES | OCTOBER 1, 2013

 

Get the most out of your fire wood this winter! The Arctic Energy Alliance and the City of Yellowknife are hosting a “Burn it Smart” workshop in the Lower Boardroom at City Hall on October 8 at 7p.m. Homeowners and residents planning to use wood as a heat source this winter are invited to attend this free two hour workshop.