Getting Here

Hearne Lake Lodge

Remote fly-in, fishing lodge, accessible in summer exclusively by float plane, only 20 minute flight east of Yellowknife. To serve you better we limit ourselves to eight people maximum at one time, June to mid-September. We are fishers serving fishers and it shows. Northern Pike, Lake Trout, Arctic...

NARWAL Northern Adventures

Guided day tours with Aboriginal Northerners by canoe, kayak or motor boat. Licensed outfitter, Great Slave Lake and surrounding northern watershed. Canoe, kayak, first aid and wilderness survival instruction and equipment rentals also available. Youth and adult programs. Nationally accredited instructors. A northern owned and operated family business. Helping travellers...

North Star Adventures

100% Aboriginal owned and operated! As a guest of North Star Adventures you will get a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience the untouched vast wilderness of Canada's north. Whether you choose a summer or winter adventure you and your friends will experience a truly northern Canadian adventure....

Blachford Lake Lodge & Conference Resort

All-season, fly-in wilderness resort. This Eco-award winning solar powered log lodge features two fireplaces, hot tub, lounge, aurora room and two aurora viewing decks. The lodge has 5 guest rooms, and five cozy log cabins. Great food prepared by our Red Seal chef. All inclusive packages from...

Canadian North

Scheduled passenger, cargo, and charter service. Connections from NWT and Nunavut to domestic and international destinations. Enjoy Aurora Class service and collect Aeroplan. Inuvik (867) 777-2952, Norman Wells (867) 587-2361, Yellowknife (867) 873-4484, Hay River (867) 874-2435.

Capital Suites - Yellowknife

More than a hotel! Fifty three one and two bedroom fully-furnished suites with kitchens, living room, h/s Internet. Daily, weekly, long-term. Studio starting at $99, single. Laundry, business, fitness centre. One block from hiking, biking trails, downtown Yellowknife. Complimentary airport shuttle.

Yellowknife Golf Club

The 18-hole Yellowknife golf course celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2008. Stretched across a scenic rock and sand course, the club features a pro shop, club and cart rentals, driving range and a welcoming clubhouse with food and bar service. Visitors are welcome. It’s the location each year...

Yellow Dog Lodge

Yellow Dog Lodge features great sport fishing and outdoor adventure, a hot tub, sauna, buffet dining, lounge, Internet and satellite TV. A comfortable lodge with 3 private cabins awaits our guests. The lakes and streams offer the finest lake trout, northern pike and arctic grayling in the region. As an...

Embleton House Rooms and Suites

Old fashioned hospitality, award winning customer service. Two options to choose from; both are smoke free. Luxury Studio Suites offer privacy, computers with Internet access, fireplaces, sky lights, air massage tubs, private bathrooms, kitchens, radio, private phone and voice mail. Standard B&B we offer private bed rooms with guests...

Watta Lake Lodge

Comfortable lodge 20 minutes by floatplane from Yellowknife. American plan includes: air charter Yellowknife to lodge return, boats, motors, gas, accommodations, meals, linens, traditional shore lunches, guide support. Bring your own fishing license, fishing gear/tackle(barbless hooks), and alcoholic beverages. Double occupancy for 12 with private modern baths. Rustic...

Northern Frontier Visitors Association

Enjoy the advantages of membership. Your business will be advertised on the Discover North website, included in the Travel Directory that is sent out to over 2000 individuals world-wide and represented by brochures in the Northern Frontier Visitors Centre. Plus, access to administrative, retail and facility rental services.

Gallery of the Midnight Sun

This is the NWT's largest gallery and gift shop offering fine arts and crafts from across the North. Located in Yellowknife's historic Old Town, in a traditional trading post style setting. We carry a wide selection of outerwear, tees and sweatshirts, northern apparel, books, souvenirs, furs and craft...

Northern Images

Visit our gallery and experience the art of the north. Specializing in Inuit and Dene arts and crafts we have examples of art from the communities of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. As members of the Arctic Co-operatives we ensure that each purchase is a genuine piece of northern...

Beck's Kennels Aurora Viewing and Dogsled Tours

World class dogsled tours! Kennel owned and operated by World Champion dog racer, Grant Beck. We offer our adventures in English, French, Japanese spoken. Winter activities: Aurora by dog sled, traditional dogsled tours and learn to drive your own dogteam experience. We also offer overnight dogsled adventures. November 1 - mid...

Yellowknife Outdoor Adventures

For a Great Northern Experience! Yellowknife Outdoor Adventures offers a variety of day trips ranging from 2 to 10 hours in all seasons for all ages. We can tailor outdoor day programs or packages to suit your needs.We also provide hotel accommodations in yellowknife. Summer Activities: Great Slave Lake...

True North Safaris Ltd.

Outfitter offers day trips near Yellowknife and multi-day trips to a lodge on Mackay lake.

Yellowknife Inn

Downtown newly renovated hotel (2008) with 129 rooms/deluxe suites, smoking and non-smoking rooms. Latitudes Restaurant. Mackenzie Lounge. Banquet and conference facilities. In the Centre Square Mall. Rack rates $159-179. Brochure. VISA, MC, Amex, Diners Club.

Top of the World Travel

For over 20 years, Top of the World Travel has introduced travellers to the breathtaking beauty of Canada's North! Our specialties include ecotourism/naturalist, outdoor adventures, fishing, hunting, Aurora Borealis, wildlife, northern festivals and cultural tours in both the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. We can customize a northern package...

Enodah Wilderness Travel/Trout Rock Lodge

Summer: Fly in or take the scenic boat ride for some spectacular fishing, canoeing, birdwatching, berry picking. Winter: Fly in or travel by over the ice by snow vehicles for ice fishing, snowmobiling and a Northern lunch.

Barbara Ann Charters

Barbara Ann Charters offers family friendly fishing day trips on the phenomenal Great Slave Lake. Let our experienced guide show you one of the world’s greatest fishing destinations. While you're fishing for massive lake trout or northern pike, catch a glimpse of the beautiful wildlife and scenery that...

Hoarfrost River Huskies Ltd.

For adventurous guests and students from colleges and universities, take an expedition from our homestead to the tundra. Our dog team travel centers on offering remote, rigorous, yet comfortable excursions. We keep a large kennel of working sled dogs and have raced competitively in the Iditarod and Yukon Quest. Our...

My Backyard Tours

My Backyard Tours offers fun, intimate and informative tours. Guided by local experts, our tours show you the highlights in and around the City of Yellowknife as well as give you the opportunity to fly to Peterson's Point Lake Lodge to spend time on the tundra. Our tours offer...

City of Yellowknife

Yellowknife's 75th Anniversary Homecoming! Join us June 19 to July 4, 2009!! Celebration events hosted by the community will include displays, tours, tournaments, festivals, dinners, dances, breakfasts, a fishing derby, parades, talent shows, races, performances...and lots more to be announced. Whether you are young or old, local or...

Folk on the Rocks

NWT Seniors' Society

Arctic Ambassador Program - this program is a service provided by seniors who help at the airports, visitor centers, museums and cultural centres througout the NWT. Talk to the Arctic Ambassador in the region you visit - they can tell you lots of interesting things about their lives in the NWT.

Namushka Lodge (1982) Ltd

Fly in fishing on Harding Lake, 32 air miles east of Yellowknife. Cabin accommodations for 12, boats, motors, freezer, cooking facilities, showers, hot tub and horse shoe pits. Enjoy fishing for lake trout, pike, whitefish and walleye. For the outdoor adventurer there is rock hounding & bird watching (bald eagles, loons,...

Aurora Village

In winter and summer-fall, the highlight of your visit to Yellowknife should be none other than the nightly Aurora-viewing Tour to Aurora Village. During the day in winter, try snowshoeing, snowmobiling, or the popular dog team rides. A dog kennel is on-site and visitors can meet our...

Explorer Hotel

Full-service hotel, with exceptional views, located downtown near shopping. 187 air-conditioned rooms, with cable TV and highspeed wireless Internet. Deluxe suites with fireplaces and jacuzzis. Trader's Grill restaurant, licensed bar. Fitness facility. 10 meeting rooms with capacity of 350. Gift shop in lobby. VISA, MC, Amex, EnRoute,...

Chateau Nova Hotel & Suites

New downtown hotel offers 80 comfortable rooms, with voice mail, high speed Internet. Suites with kitchenettes, jacuzzi. Lounge, restaurant, business centre, exercise room. Airport shuttle. Japanese spoken. Please refer to our web site for best available rates.

Prelude Lake Marina and Rentals

Rental location at Prelude Lake outside Yellowknife, NT.

Yellowknife Book Cellar

An excellent selection of Northern books. Special orders and book searches available.

Your Planner

Let us take care of your business events. We organize conferences, meetings and staff retreats in the unique and beautiful backdrop of the NWT.

Omega Marine

Boat and motor rentals. Inflatables from 10 to 15 feet w/ 3.5 - 18 hp motors, available as fly and go package or tow and go. Rentals include PFDs, safety equipment and gasoline. Advanced booking is highly recommended. Satellite phones are available for rent. Propeller sales and repairs w/ over...

Fuego International, Twist Resto Lounge & World Catering

For an exciting variety of dining opportunities, try our new restaurant, lounge or catering venue.

Aurora Village Sport Fishing

Buffalo Airways

Scheduled and charter air service, covering the entire NWT. Daily scheduled service between Yellowknife, Hay River. For overnight courier service, please call (867) 873-2084.

Super 8 Motel - Yellowknife

Featuring 66 well appointed guestrooms; 100% smoke free with free parking, free Deluxe Continental breakfast, free local phone calls, free wireless h/s Internet access, fitness room. Pets welcome. Wheelchair accessible. Easy access to shopping, restaurants, hospital, walking trails.

Denendeh Development Corporation

The Denendeh Development Corporation is a private company, incorporated in 1982, to enable the Dene of Canada's Northwest Territories to share in the ownership of profitable businesses and to foster employment growth and career development in Dene communities.

NWT Arts

Visit nwtarts.com to learn more about arts and culture in the Northwest Territories. This site includes profiles of artists, festivals and event listings, information on the types of art being produced here, where to purchase it and much more.

Bluefish Services

Enjoy a taste of Great Slave Lake by boat with a short tour of Yellowknife and Back Bay. Get a different perspective of the city from the waterfront.

Warburton Bay Lodge - True North Safaris Ltd

Warburton Bay Lodge located on world famous MacKay Lake offers spectacular lake trout, arctic graying and northern pike fishing. Week long packages include floatplane charters from Yellowknife. 20 hours of daylight. Peregrine falcons and cliff swallows, caribou and muskox are some of the wildlife you might see on this spectacular...

Up Here Publishing

Up Here magazine covers the north eight times a year. Subscriptions available online or by phone. Check our website for information on other specialty publications, and our online shopping, featuring northern products.

I&D Management

I&D Management Services Ltd. was established in response to a demonstrated need for professional human resource management and employment support services in the North. I&D’s mission is to raise the expected standards and expand the traditional scope of human resource business services by providing excellent service with...

Kellett Communications

NWT Association of Communities

NWTAC has been recognized as the unified voice of municipal (community) governments within the NWT since 1967. NWTAC and member communities support the tourism industry in the Northwest Territories.

Hertz Yellowknife

Convenient airport location, competitive daily, weekly and monthly rentals. Please call and our courteous and cheerful staff will pick you up anywhere in town. Our fleet of current model Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles include command start for your convenience. All major credit cards, and Aeroplan points on qualifying rentals....

Northern News Services Ltd.

Northern-owned and operated since 1972. Publisher of six award winning community newspapers. Visitors' guides for Yellowknife, Deh Cho, Inuvik, and Iqaluit, published annually. Visitors' Guides are available online.

Budget Car & Truck Rentals

Low everyday rates, weekend specials, short and long term rentals. Economy cars to sport utilities, 4x4 trucks and fleet cab. Vehicle availability and services may vary by location. Two locations serving the southern NWT, and one in Whitehorse, Yukon, serving Dempster Highway travellers. Kingland Ford, 20 Airport Road, Yellowknife, NT,...

Conseil de développement économique des TNO

Vous voulez vivre la nature en liberté complète? Vous cherchez une expérience fascinante et inoubliable? Les Territoires du Nord-Ouest vous attendent! Qu'il s'agisse de la descente vertigineuse de la rivière Nahanni ou de randonnées paisibles dans le Parc Wood Buffalo, il y en...

Coast Fraser Tower Suite Hotel

Yellowknife's premiere suite hotel. Enjoy fully-equipped kitchens, spacious, beautifully appointed living room, and balcony for Aurora viewing. 58 rooms, with TV, Internet, laundry service. Also available: continental breakfast, fitness centre and steam room. $184 single, $224 double. English and French spoken. For meetings and business conferences there are...

Northern Lites Motel

Located in downtown Yellowknife. Capacity 45 in 26 rooms, 7 kitchenettes. Private bath, TV, phone, plug-ins, microwaves, fridges. Complimentary tea/coffee. VISA, MC, EnRoute, Amex.

MacKay Lake Lodge (True North Safaris Ltd.)

MacKay Lake Lodge is situated on a gravel esker mid-way along the 160 kilometer long Mackay Lake. In the heart of the barren lands, caribou migrate and there's some of the best fishing in the world. Giant lake trout, arctic grayling and northern pike can be caught under...

WestJet

Eva and Eric's Bed and Breakfast

Close to Walmart, and a five minute walk to regional hospital. Capacity: eight in four no smoking rooms. Full breakfast. Shared bath, cable TV, radio, phone, guest lounge, laundry, use of kitchen. Smoking outside. No pets. $80/single, $90/double, no tax. There is one room with a double and...

Dawn Oman Art Gallery

Gallery and studio established in 1999. Self taught Canadian Metis artist. Designer of the 2003 Royal Canadian Mint coin to celebrate the Great Northern Arts Festival in Inuvik. Silk scarves, mugs, glass Christmas decorations, sun catchers, clothing, umbrellas, fusion glass, coasters, framed and unframed prints and original art. Gift certificates....

Fireweed Studio

This historic log building once housed a blacksmith shop at the Giant gold mine. Designated an historic building in 1996, it now serves as the Fireweed Studio. Yellowknife Guild of Arts and Crafts members display their one-of-a-kind works for viewing and sale. Located on 49th Ave. the...

Yellowknife Glass Recyclers Co-op

Unique glass creations. Since 1994, creating popular northern scenes etched on coloured glass such as recycled wine bottles. Drinking glasses, vases, candle holders and other assorted glass giftware. Makes great gifts and souvenirs. Visit our on-line store www.ygr.coop

Air Canada Jazz

Scheduled service between Yellowknife, Northwest Territories and Calgary and Edmonton, Alberta.

Peterson's Point Lake Lodge

Our lodge sets the scene for different types of adventures depending on the experience you choose. The wonders include: experiencing incredible fishing, hunting for barrenground caribou, capturing the northern lights, migratory wildlife & the tundra during its blazing fall colours as well as tasting indigenous northern foods. Offering packages to outdoor...

Royal Rent a Car

Committed to providing best in customer services and pricing. Airport or hotel pickup. Compact to full sized vehicles. Frequent renter discount program. Special rates for long term medical visits.

Arrowmakers Art Gallery

The People's Fine Art Gallery. Featuring artists from the NWT, offering original paintings, limited edition prints, stone carvings, art cards, and much more. Located in the Explorer Hotel. Open Monday to Friday from 11am to 6:30pm, Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 5:00pm.

L'Heritage Restaurant Francais

French fine dining with extensive wine list. Awarded 3 stars in Where to Eat in Canada 01-09. Awarded 3 Diamonds in the AAA/CAA Travel Guide 02 -09 and Wine Spectator, Awards of Excellence 02-09. Creative use of northern foods in non-traditional ways. Reservations recommended.

Bob Dunsmore Tours

City tours by Bob Dunsmore, a resident of Yellowknife for 30 years and former Tour Guide of the Year. Two-hour tours start at 1:00pm daily. Minimum of two passengers. Customized tours with 24-hour notice. Step-on tours for bus groups.

Gourmet Cup

Enjoy fresh brewed coffee, loose tea, a creamy latte or stay for a light lunch at the Gourmet Cup. Also selling giftware and bulk beans or tea leaves, the Gourmet Cup can be found on the lower level of the YK Centre.

Sushi North

Enjoy fresh quality Japanese sushi rolls from this take-out based restaurant.

Trapline Lounge

Located in The Explorer Hotel, Trapline Lounge offers guests a place to relax and enjoy unsurpassed northern hospitality. Enjoy appetizers, a full meal or a wide variety of beverages at the bar.

NWT Metis Development Corporation

The NWT Metis Development Corporation is one of the largest tourism owners in the NWT, with ownership in sizable operations such as Plummer's Fishing Lodges.

North Slave Tours

R3R Innovations

Our company works with tour operators and NWT hotels and conference planners to arrange unique business meetings, staff retreats, conferences and tours in Yellowknife and the NWT. R3R Innovations acts as a facilitator to ensure the business traveller has the best experience possible when they visit our beautiful territory.

Birchwood Gallery

Art gallery represents several northern artists.

Department of Environment & Natural Resources

Little Bears Art Gallery

Northern carvings, acrylics, jewellery, prints.

Northern Arts & Cultural Centre

One of Yellowknife's special gems. This 313 seat theatre is the only fully equipped live performance theatre in the Northwest Territories. The Northern Arts and Cultural Centre is a non-profit charitable organization hosting fine performances for over 24 years. Check web site for upcoming performances. Tickets available on...

A Taste of Saigon - Fine Vietnamese Restaurant

Arctic Jewellers

Canadian Diamonds, mined and cut in Canada. Jewellery repair.

Bullock's Bistro

A bustling little restaurant in Old Town, Bullock's Bistro is known for serving fish fresh from Great Slave Lake. Recently awarded the title of Best Fish and Chips by "Reader's Digest", we offer "Yesterday's news and Today's Fish and Chips." Enjoy our informal atmosphere in a...

Coyote's Bar & Grill

Coyote's is the premier steak and seafood restaurant in the north. Our mission is to "bring premium Alberta beef and fresh Atlantic seafood to our guests, accompanied by service par excellence."

Diamante Restaurant

Traditional Italian cuisine with a modern flair. Enjoy our cosy, casual dining room, located next to Sam's Monkey Tree Pub, in the Range Lake Mall. Open Monday to Friday, 11am-2pm and 5pm-11pm; Saturday 5pm-10pm.

L'Atitudes Restaurant & Bistro (YK Inn)

Conveniently located in the Centre Square Mall, L'Atitudes offers a sidewalk cafe atmosphere without the drawbacks of bad weather and honking horns. The service of our dedicated staff perfectly complements our delicious food. Our chefs strive to make our menu a showcase of fine dining with a northern twist.

Nova Court

We are conveniently located near many department stores and Stanton Territorial Hospital. Nova Court offers fully furnished kitchenettes as well as spacious single rooms to accommodate all travelers. Rates: Single $120, suite w/kitchenette $155, rates subject to change.

Trader's Grill

At Trader's Grill, we take pride in our slow roasted prime rib, rubbed in our unique blend of spices. Guests can enjoy our lightly baked salmon with hollandaise sauce, or our grilled lemon butter arctic char. Enjoy Sunday brunch with a spectacular view from our floor to ceiling windows....

Wild Cat Cafe (summer only)

Yellowknife's oldest restaurant is an historic site, open in the summer only. Enjoy lunch or dinner on the deck, or in the quaint and original log building.

Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre

Learn about the natural and cultural history of the North at this modern facility located on the shores of Frame Lake in downtown Yellowknife. Home of the NWT Archives as well as permanent and temporary exhibits. Tours are available on request for out of town visitors, please phone in advance....

Sasha's Jewellery Store

Canadian Diamonds, diamond jewellery and gifts.

Yellowknife Motors Ltd.

General Motors authorized sales and service. Daily/weekly car and truck rentals.

Diavik Diamond Mines Inc. Visitor Centre

Visitor's Centre with interpretive exhibits including touch screen video. Documents the NWT's recent history of diamond exploration and diamond mining. Self-guided. Located in company's corporate office on Franklin Ave. in Yellowknife. Open Mon. to Fri. 8:30 - 5pm.

Le Frolic Bistro Bar

The best of the best in bistro tradition. Largest selection of single malt in Yellowknife. Awarded 2 Diamonds in AAA/CAA Travel Guide, US Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, three stars in Where to Eat in Canada 05-06.

Legislative Assembly of NWT

Unique Dome-shaped Assembly building located on the shore of Frame Lake in the heart of Yellowknife. Tours interpreting the building and consensus government are available at no charge. Tours offered Mon. to Fri. at 10:30 am, additional tours offered during summer months. Reservations required for groups larger than...

National Car Rental

We have been in business over 30 years. Now a second generation company we offer a variety of vehicles for rental or lease. Located downtown and at the Yellowknife airport, we strive to meet our National branding - "When you're ready - We're ready". Daily, weekly, monthly rates, free pickup...

Northwestel Inc.

Telecommunications and Internet supplier for the Northwest Territories.

Overlander Sports

Complete wilderness travel store with huge selection of brand name equipment. Canoe and sea kayak rentals. Spray decks for all boats, free in-town delivery and pickup of boats.

Waterfront B & B (The)

Private suite in house on the shore of Great Slave Lake. Double and single bed with double futon couch in living room -perfect for families. Kitchen,private bathroom, TV, DVD, phone, wireless Internet, private dock, beach, sauna, sundeck, canoe and kayak available. 10 min walk from downtown and Old Town....

Arnica Inn

Located within walking distance of Yellowknife's city centre and Old Town. 43-room inn includes wireless Internet, 27" TVs w/ full cable, refrigerators and microwaves. Summer 2008 - air conditioned. Newly paved parking lot, new business centre. Some kitchenettes. Mostly non-smoking. Major credit cards accepted. Restaurant on premises. Airport...

Island B & B

Comfortable home on waterfront, Latham Island, Old Town. Capacity six in three non-smoking rooms. Guest living room has TV, movies, Northern books, and games. Guest phone, free wireless Internet access. Some use of guest kitchen. Canoe available, direct access to Back Bay. Good aurora viewing from living room and...

Polar Developments Ltd.

Embrace the suite life! Polar Developments defines hotel living by providing a unique feeling of luxurious comforts together with practical convenience. Enjoy our apartment style hotel suites equipped with a full kitchen, office workspace, high speed internet, TV and DVD. Both of our high rise towers have fitness centres and...

Arden Avenue Bed & Breakfast

One queen w/ensuite and two double rooms, continental breakfast, guest lounge with cable. Exercise room, laundry, Internet/fax access. Business, tourists, families. Close to hospital, airport, shopping.

Bayside B&B

Located in historic Old Town on the shore of Great Slave Lake, with vista of Yellowknife Bay. Capacity eight in four non-smoking rooms. One spacious double w/ ensuite and private bay-side view. One double w/ ensuite. Two single w/ shared bath. Enjoy relaxing bay-side view from common...

Blue Raven B&B

Beautiful home perched atop Latham Island, in picturesque Old Town. Fireplace and spacious deck overlooking Great Slave Lake. Great Aurora viewing. Pleasant home-stay atmosphere. Accommodates six in three rooms with two shared baths. Wireless internet. Smoke free. Full breakfast. Year round. $75 single, $90 double. VISA.MC.

Discovery Inn

41 rooms. Private bath, cable TV, phone, high speed Internet, air-conditioned. Kitchenettes. Guest laundry facilities. Complimentary parking. Licensed family restaurant. Call for corporate, group and long-term rates. VISA, MC, Amex, EnRoute, Diners. Conveniently located, one block from Yellowknife centre, shopping, government offices, restaurants.

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