Yellowknife RCMP investigates fire at Coyote’s Family Steakhouse

The Yellowknife RCMP is investigating a late-night structure fire at Coyote’s Family Steakhouse that occurred on November 8th, 2026. 

Just before midnight, the Yellowknife RCMP responded to a report of a burglar alarm actively being triggered at Coyote’s Family Steakhouse, on Range Lake Road. When police arrived, the Yellowknife Fire Division was already on site, fighting a fire located within the kitchen of the establishment. The fire was extinguished a short time later. The fire was contained in the kitchen area, however the restaurant received smoke and water damage from the activation of the building’s sprinkler system.  

The fire is being investigated as suspicious; however, the cause of the fire remains unknown.  

The investigation remains ongoing. 

Anyone who has information about this incident or any other illegal activity is asked to contact the Yellowknife RCMP at 867-765-3900 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). In the event of an emergency call, 911.