In addition to the Gold Mine development around Yellowknife, the recent discovery of Diamonds north of Yellowknife has firmly established us as the Diamond Capital of North America. Although small by some standards, Yellowknife is one of the fastest growing cities in Canada. Yellowknife offers all the amenities and attractions of any big city, all the while surrounded by beautiful, wide-open wilderness that offers adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts alike a quick escape. Yellowknife winters feature amazing Northern Lights , drawing tourists from around the world.
Summer days are long and seemingly endless.
Yellowknife is the home of the renowned Midnight Golf Tournament , a celebration that has been synonymous with the kick-off of summer for several decades.