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Northwest Territories: What to Know for the Citizenship Test

Everything you need to know about the Northwest Territories for the Canadian citizenship test: capital, region, and key facts to remember.

A subarctic lake in the Northwest Territories under the northern lights

The Northwest Territories is one of the provinces and territories you may need to recognize on test day. Here is the essential information to remember so you can tackle this region with confidence.

Capital and region

The capital of the Northwest Territories is Yellowknife. This territory lies in Northern Canada and became part of the country in 1870.

Key facts to remember for the test

  • The capital is Yellowknife.
  • The Northwest Territories became part of Canada in 1870.
  • It is located in Northern Canada and is a territory, not a province.
  • As the name suggests, it occupies the northwestern part of the country.

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