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Living in Yellowknife, NT

Yellowknife Area Facts

  • Yellowknife has a Livability Score of 57/100, which is considered below average
  • Yellowknife crime rates are 33% lower than the Northwest Territories average
  • Cost of living in Yellowknife is 3% lower than the Northwest Territories average

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      Yellowknife, NT

      Yellowknife, the capital of the Northwest Territories is a city with a deep heritage rooted in Canadian history that today is a vibrant mix of ethnicities and cultures. The city and the surrounding water bodies were named after the local Dene tribe known as the “Copper Indians” or “Yellowknife Indians”. The languages most commonly spoken include English, French and regional aboriginal dialects. The extreme weather and large distances usually dissuade people from moving to the region but this Yellowknife Livability guide will show you why it’s an increasingly popular option to relocate to.

      Traditionally, Yellowknife was a centre for gold mining but in recent years, diamond mining, transportation services, education, tourism and government activities have taken over. Because of the nature of industries that are active in the region, those with specialised and technical skills are in demand and the pay is more than generous. However, living in the Northwest Territories is expensive, including housing and utilities. This is because of the high cost of transportation from the mainland and slow pace of development. However within the city the transportation system is efficient and modern, including an international airport and public transport provided by Yellowknife transit, which make it easy to get around.

      You may have to battle sub-zero temperatures and long periods with little sunshine but you’ll find a warm and harmonious community. You’ll find that Yellowknife is quite ethnically diverse for its small population. First Nation residents and recent migrants from the Philippines, Ghana, Vietnam and China make up the visible minorities of the city. To experience the best of this tight knit and diverse community, visit The Snow King Winter Festival, a resident favourite. A snow castle is built on the Great Slave Lake and cultural activities are planned through the month. No Yellowknife visit would be complete without mentioning the Northern Lights. The best way to enjoy the magnetic displays is by taking a canoe out into the water in the early autumn months and laying right underneath the magnificent Aurora Borealis.

      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Yellowknife? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Bristol Monument Park
      Lakeview Cemetery
      Toboggan & Snowboard hill
      Jeske Park
      Magrum Park
      Stirling Park
      Frame Lake West Park
      Somba K'e Civic Plaza

      Entertainment

      Bristol Monument
      Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre
      Sculpture Park
      Gitzel Memorial
      Capitol Threatre
      Yellowknife Mining and Geological Museum
      Folk on the Rocks site
      Down to Earth Gallery

      Food & Drink

      Quiznos
      Mary Brown's
      Liquor Shop
      Domino's
      Fatburger
      Subway
      The Black Knight Pub
      McDonald's

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Yellowknife? Of all people who commute, 1.5% take public transportation in Yellowknife.
      Drive to Work
      46%

      6% higher than the CDN average

      Take Public Transit
      2%

      6% lower than the CDN average

      Walk to Work
      16%

      13% higher than the CDN average

      B+ Health & Safety

      Is Yellowknife a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Old Stanton Territorial Hospital
      Stanton Territorial Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Sutherland's Drugs ARP
      Stanton Medical Centre
      Shoppers Drug Mart
      Medicine Shoppe

      Doctors

      Yellowknife Primary Care Centre
      Frame Lake Clinic