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The Church of Our Lady of Good Hope (Église Notre-Dame-de-Bonne-Espérance) is a Carpenter Gothic-style Roman Catholic church situated on a bluff overlooking the Mackenzie River in Fort Good Hope, Northwest Territories, Canada. Constructed between 1865 and 1885 as an Oblate Fathers' mission (Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate), this modest 45 by 25 feet (13.7 by 7.6 m) building was once home to Father Émile Petitot, a prominent figure known for his work in ethnology, linguistics, and geography of the Canadian northwest. Despite its unassuming Carpenter Gothic-style exterior, featuring wooden siding, a steeply pitched roof, lancet windows, and an entranceway under a steepled bell tower, the church boasts an exceptional interior adorned with elaborate painted decorations. Recognized as a National Historic Site of Canada on June 6, 1977, this designation specifically applies to the church building, excluding the adjacent historic cemetery.

Fort Good Hope Airport (IATA: YGH, ICAO: CYGH) lies 1 nautical mile (1.9 km; 1.2 mi) southwest of Fort Good Hope, Northwest Territories, Canada. The primary structure at the airport is a modest terminal building with a waiting area; however, there are no storage hangars available. Equipped with a gravel runway, the airport accommodates turboprops, small utility aircraft, and STOL planes, capable of landing on unpaved or snow-covered surfaces. For travelers, the airport offers connections to various communities within NWT. However, journeys beyond these regions necessitate connecting flights through Inuvik Airport, as direct passenger service to and from Yellowknife Airport is unavailable. Flight Services: North-Wright Airways: Colville Lake, Inuvik, Norman Wells Cargo Services: Buffalo Airways: Yellowknife.

Fort Good Hope, now recognized as the Charter Community of K'asho Got'ine, resides within the Sahtu Region of the Northwest Territories, Canada. Positioned on a peninsula between Jackfish Creek and the eastern bank of the Mackenzie River, it lies approximately 145 km (90 mi) northwest of Norman Wells. With a population of around 500, predominantly indigenous, the community thrives on two primary languages: North Slavey and English. Hunting and trapping serve as significant sources of livelihood for its residents. A prominent site within the community is the Church of Our Lady of Good Hope, designated a National Historic Site. This church, completed in 1885, once belonged to Father Émile Petitot. Historically, the settlement began as a fur trading outpost of the North West Company around 1804 (or 1805), recognized under varying names such as Fort Good Hope, Fort Hope, and Fort Charles (distinct from the HBC fort established in 1686). The outpost underwent multiple relocations; from 1804 until before 1823, it shifted between Arctic Red River and Peel River, then moved to the western banks of the Mackenzie near Thunder River around 1823, and further relocated to Manitou Island in 1826. Flooding incidents compelled the HBC to relocate their outpost twice on the eastern banks in 1836. The fur outpost operations ceased in 1918, transitioning into an HBC retail operation, now identified as Northern Stores.

Tsiigehtchic, meaning 'mouth of the iron river,' officially recognized as the Charter Community of Tsiigehtchic, is a Gwich'in settlement positioned at the junction of the Mackenzie and Arctic Red Rivers in Canada's Northwest Territories within the Inuvik Region. Previously known as Arctic Red River, it underwent a name change on April 1, 1994. The Gwichya Gwich'in First Nation calls Tsiigehtchic home. According to the 2021 Census by Statistics Canada, Tsiigehtchic recorded a population of 138 individuals residing in 59 out of 73 total private dwellings, signifying a -19.8% change from the 2016 population of 172. Spanning 47.89 square kilometers (18.49 square miles), the community exhibited a population density of 2.9/km2 (7.5/sq mi) in 2021. In 2016, the community reported 130 individuals identifying as First Nations and 10 as Inuit, although only 5 people listed an Indigenous language (Gwich’in) as their mother tongue. The Dempster Highway, NWT Highway 8, traverses the Mackenzie River at Tsiigehtchic. During winter, vehicular traffic crosses over the ice, while the rest of the year relies on the MV Louis Cardinal ferry for transportation. The ferry operates at Tsiigehtchic, connecting the eastern bank of the Arctic Red River and the southwestern and northeastern banks of the Mackenzie River, linking the two segments of the Dempster Highway. Notably, this community lacks a permanent airport, unlike most others in the NWT. In early September 2007, near Tsiigehtchic, local resident Shane Van Loon discovered a steppe bison carcass, dating back to approximately 13,650 cal BP (Before Present) through radiocarbon dating. This discovery represents one of the earliest known Pleistocene mummified soft tissue remains from the glaciated regions of northern Canada.

The Aklavik/Freddie Carmichael Airport (IATA: LAK, ICAO: CYKD) sits adjacent to Aklavik, Northwest Territories, Canada, positioned along the banks of the Peel Channel within the Mackenzie River delta. Originally serving as the regional center, Aklavik faced recurring flooding issues. In 1959, Inuvik was intentionally constructed to accommodate a larger airport, improved highway links, modern health facilities, housing, and an innovative public utilidor system. Aklavik, in contrast, remains a small, traditional village that maintains strong ties to the surrounding land and river. Flight Services: North-Wright Airways operates seasonal flights to Inuvik.

Aklavik, known in Inuvialuktun as Akłarvik, translates to 'barrenground grizzly place.' It stands as a hamlet within the Inuvik Region of Canada's Northwest Territories. Historically, up until 1961, Aklavik boasted a population exceeding 1,500 and held significance as the regional administrative hub for the territorial government. However, due to recurrent flooding, the government initiated the development of Inuvik, situated 63 km (39 mi) to the east. This new town was intended to entirely replace Aklavik, yet many residents persisted and sustained Aklavik's existence. As of 2018, the population had dwindled to 623, showcasing the community's resilience despite the challenges it faced.History of AklavikIn the early 1900s, Aklavik began its development with the establishment of a Hudson's Bay Company trading post in 1912 and later, a Roman Catholic mission in 1926. Positioned on the Peel Channel, it thrived as a transportation hub in the Mackenzie area, highly valued for its prime trapping grounds. Joining the Northwest Territories and Yukon Radio System in 1925, Aklavik's station, known as VEF, played a crucial role in communication for both locals and passing aircraft, even those without radios, marking their passage for record-keeping. The infamous arrival of Albert Johnson, the 'Mad Trapper of Rat River,' in 1931 led to a tragic confrontation with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), sparking a 42-day manhunt. This event influenced the use of airplanes and communication radios for tracking individuals, leading to the establishment of museums dedicated to Johnson. Aklavik saw the launch of radio station 'CHAK' in December 1946, serving the Mackenzie River delta, while the Royal Canadian Navy operated a signals intelligence station until 1961 when operations shifted to Inuvik due to flooding concerns along the Peel Channel. Despite plans to close Aklavik in favor of the new community in Inuvik due to flooding, community members rallied together in the 1960s, spearheaded by A.J. (Moose) Kerr, the school's principal, successfully preserving and sustaining the town. The local school now bears his name, a testament to the community's resilience.

Constructed in 1995, this establishment received significant contributions from the late Mr. Ed Baker and donations from the community. Managed by the Yellowknife Seniors Society (YSS), the Baker Community Centre offers a range of programs and services aimed at promoting Community Wellness.

In 1946, during Yellowknife's gold mining era, Charlie Smith, a field missionary, identified the need for a Baptist Church in the area. Ken Allaby, inspired by this, embarked on the mission to Yellowknife in 1947. He faced initial challenges in the rugged town, conducting services in a temporary venue while preparing for the establishment of mission buildings. Eventually, in 1954, the Baptist Mission evolved into Calvary Baptist Church, expanding with a new building in 1962 and further renovations in 1977. By the mid-1980s, the church was renamed Calvary Community Church, signifying its growth and community focus.

The NWT Brewing Company, established in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, is the northernmost brewpub in Canada. Founded by Fletcher & Miranda Stevens in 2015, it houses The Woodyard Brewhouse & Eatery in the historic Old Town. Fletcher, a former mechanic turned craft beer enthusiast, and Miranda, his supportive partner, transitioned from homebrewing success to business ownership in 2014. Despite challenges, their beers gained acclaim, notably the Kicksled Cream Ale, winning awards and recognition within Canada. The establishment not only became a local staple but was ranked among the top 50 bars in Canada by 2018. Despite pandemic setbacks, they expanded their brewery operations in 2022, aiming to venture into new markets beyond Yellowknife.

The City of Yellowknife and the Yellowknives Dene First Nation are close to finalizing an agreement regarding Jolliffe Island. This agreement marks a significant initial step for the city's plan to transform the island in Old Town into a park and regulate the houseboats situated there. The draft agreement has undergone legal review, representing the first phase in the city's broader harbor plan. However, the city emphasizes the need for ongoing engagement with the houseboat community as future steps involve questions concerning leases, taxes, and community integration. Currently, Jolliffe Island's jurisdiction is fragmented, with ownership divided among the city, Yellowknives Dene, and the territorial government.