The City of Yellowknife will hold a public open house on July 23 to present a draft development plan for the Kam Lake area and gather residents' feedback on proposed zoning changes that would guide future commercial, industrial and public-utility uses.
Why Kam Lake matters to Yellowknife
Kam Lake is one of the city's main employment and business areas, and the proposed plan covers about 65 hectares west of Enterprise Drive. The city says the plan was created to guide uses such as commercial activity, light industrial operations, agricultural space and public utilities — all intended to support local business retention, expansion and attraction as Yellowknife grows.
“As Yellowknife continues to grow, planning for future commercial, agricultural, light industrial and public utility land uses is important to support local business retention, expansion, and attraction,”
The open house gives residents an opportunity to review background work supporting the plan, including a market study and an environmental impact assessment, and to comment on the land-use recommendations and related zoning by-law amendments.
What to expect at the open house
The session is set for 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Multipurpose Room of the Yellowknife Aquatic Centre. City staff will present the rationale behind key recommendations and outline how public input will be considered before the draft proceeds through the formal by-law process.
- Opportunity to ask questions about environmental and market findings
- Chance to comment on proposed zoning changes and permitted uses
- Feedback will be collected and reviewed before the by-law moves forward
According to city information, the first reading of the zoning by-law amendments related to the Kam Lake area is expected to take place on Aug. 26. Comments received at the open house will be considered as staff prepare the final recommendations to council.
Local implications and next steps
For residents and business owners near Kam Lake, the plan could shape what kinds of enterprises are allowed, where services are provided, and how environmental considerations are addressed on the west side of Enterprise Drive. Changes to zoning could influence traffic patterns, employment opportunities and the mix of services available to the city.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Open house date | July 23 |
| Time | 6:00–7:30 p.m. |
| Location | Yellowknife Aquatic Centre, Multipurpose Room |
| Area size | About 65 hectares (west of Enterprise Drive) |
| Expected first reading | Aug. 26 |
Residents who cannot attend the open house should check the City of Yellowknife website for details on how to provide written comments or to view the supporting studies. The input collected now will help determine the final shape of the plan before it is presented to council for formal consideration.
