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Northwest Territories

Roadside Resources and Emergency Information

Emergency Numbers
Call these numbers in case of emergency
Police911 (in communities) or RCMP local detachment
Ambulance911
Fire911
Roadside Assistance
24/7 help for breakdowns and emergencies

CAA North

1-800-222-4357
https://www.caanorth.ca
Road Conditions & Travel Information
Check current road and weather conditions
Websitewww.dot.gov.nt.ca/highways
Phone1-800-661-0750
Driver Licensing Offices
Where to get or renew your driver's license

Department of Infrastructure - Motor Vehicles

Yellowknife and regional offices
867-767-9085
Visit website
Winter Driving Information
Regulations and safety tips for winter conditions

Regulations:

  • •Winter tires strongly recommended
  • •Studded tires allowed October 1 to May 31
  • •Ice roads have specific weight and speed restrictions

Safety Tips:

  • •Extreme cold requires special preparation
  • •Keep full emergency survival kit
  • •Never travel alone in remote areas
  • •Ice road conditions change rapidly
  • •Carry satellite communication device
Towing Services
Information about towing and recovery services

Limited towing services available. Plan ahead for remote travel.

•Services limited to larger communities
•Ice road travel may have specialized assistance
•Satellite phone recommended for remote areas