United Way NWT is inviting registered charities and non-profits across the Northwest Territories to apply for its 2027 Community Investment Fund (CIF). The fund supports local programs that address the most pressing needs in our communities. Applicants are encouraged to propose projects aligned with one or more of United Way NWT’s three focus areas: The … Read more
United Way NWT is hosting an Annual General Meeting at 5:30 – 7:00pm MST on Thursday, September 24th. Join us in-person at the Union of Northern Workers building, 4910 53 Street, Yellowknife.We will have coffee, tea and treats to share with you. Or join us virtually:Google Meet joining info:Video call link: https://meet.google.com/fch-zqak-nczOr dial: (CA) +1 226-315-3566 … Read more
Wildfires in the Northwest Territories have forced evacuations from Fort Simpson and Wrigley, placing enormous strain on Northerners evacuating their homes and pressure on the communities welcoming them. In response, United Way NWT has activated its Emergency Response Fund and is launching a fundraising campaign to provide rapid, flexible financial support to local organizations responding … Read more
As wildfires force the evacuation of Fort Simpson and Wrigley, and threaten additional Northwest Territories communities, families are leaving their homes with little notice while neighbouring communities prepare to welcome evacuees and provide support. In response, United Way NWT has activated its Emergency Response Fund to provide rapid, flexible financial support to local organizations responding … Read more
United Way NWT is pleased to announce the appointment of Mandi Parkes (they/them) as our new Executive Director, marking an exciting new chapter for the organization as it continues to strengthen and support communities across the North. After recently supporting a large federal initiative centering on Emergency Response and Recovery efforts in the North, Mandi … Read more
In 2026, United Way NWT awarded grants totalling $235,000 to 19 non-profit organizations as part of its annual Community Investment Fund. The Community Investment Fund is supported by generous donations from individuals, workplaces, and partners across the Northwest Territories and Canada. Each year, these contributions help strengthen communities by investing in initiatives that address basic … Read more
Participants at the Climate Resilience Gathering in Inuvik at the Ingamo Friendship Center, January 2026. YELLOWKNIFE, February 2nd, 2026—United Way NWT recently completed hosting two Climate Resilience Gatherings, in Hay River (January 13–15) and Inuvik (January 19–21), bringing together nearly 30 representatives from Northern NGOs, Indigenous governments, community organizations, and health and wellness workers for … Read more
APPLICATIONS CLOSED About United Way United Way Northwest Territories (UWNWT) works in partnership with community governments and Indigenous governments, non-government organizations, volunteers, donors and stakeholders to create lasting social change across the Northwest Territories. The UWNWT aims to build strong, healthy Northern communities where people can thrive by investing in local solutions to high-priority needs. … Read more
Building strong communities through psychological first aid training, creative writing workshops & practical action plans Hay River January 13–15 at Community Hall, Doug Whiterman Room Inuvik January 19–21 at Ingamo Friendship Center Organized by: United Way NWTSupported by: Canadian Red Cross, Government of Canada 📅 Deadline for registration is December 12, 2025.🚨 Spots are limited! Please register early … Read more
This past summer, United Way NWT activated its Emergency Response Fund for the first time since 2023 to support urgent community needs resulting from wildfire evacuations in Fort Providence, Whatì, and surrounding areas. As evacuations began, we mobilized funding to support local partners in providing immediate assistance to evacuees and welcoming communities. In total, we … Read more
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