Yellowknife RCMP Investigate Suspicious Fire at Steakhouse

Yellowknife RCMP are investigating a suspicious fire at Coyote’s Family Steakhouse on Range Lake Road. The late-night fire happened on Nov. 8, 2026, and was contained to the restaurant’s kitchen, police said.

Officers went to the restaurant just before midnight after a report that a burglar alarm was being triggered. When they arrived, the Yellowknife Fire Division was already on site, fighting a fire inside the kitchen, according to the RCMP.

The fire was extinguished a short time later, police said. Although it was contained to the kitchen area, the restaurant sustained smoke and water damage following the activation of the building’s sprinkler system.

Investigation ongoing

The RCMP said the fire is being investigated as suspicious, but its cause remains unknown. Police said their investigation into the fire at the restaurant is ongoing.

Anyone with information about the incident or any other illegal activity is asked to contact Yellowknife RCMP at 867-765-3900. Information can also be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). In an emergency, call 911.