About Yellowknife
Yellowknife is nestled on the northern shore of Great Slave Lake in the Northwest Territories, Canada.
As the capital of the Northwest Territories and a travel destination for aurora hunters and outdoor enthusiasts, Yellowknife has a large selection of hotels, restaurants, museums, and tour destinations despite only being home to 20,000 people.
Getting Here
By Air
Direct flights to Yellowknife are available from Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, & Vancouver on a daily or bi-weekly basis.
Carriers include:
By Road
The roads from the Alberta border and Yellowknife are fully paved but, unlike highways in southern provinces, you will not find regular service stations with fast food, gas, and restrooms. Gas stations are few and far between after you leave High Level, Alberta so be sure to fill up your tank wherever possible and bring snacks and supplies for along the way.
For more information, visit the Spectacular Northwest Territories website.
Tradeshow & Poster Session Hotel
Chateau Nova Yellowknife
Where to Stay
Registration & Presentation Hotel
The Explorer Hotel
Things To Do
Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre
The Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre of “The Museum” to locals is the Government of the Northwest Territories’ museum and archive. Exhibits include local flora and fauna, artefacts and information about the indigenous Yellowknives Dene people, and rotating exhibits of NWT artists.
Old Town Glassworks
Old Town Glassworks creates functional art using sustainable, recycled glass bottles. Their storefront features a broad range of glassware, vases, and decorative pieces for sale in their store front and workshops provide guests with hands-on design and glass etching experience.
https://www.oldtownglassworks.com/
Bullock’s Bistro
World famous Bullock’s Bistro has been serving local wild-caught fish from Great Slave Lake for over 30 years. Located in an historic Yellowknife log building in the City’s Old Town, Bullocks stays true to Yellowknife’s rough and tumble roots with delicious meals made from scratch.
https://www.bullocksbistro.ca/