Floyd Roland Bob McLeod The 2011 Northwest Territories general election was held on October 3, 2011.

The territory operates on a consensus government system with no political parties; the premier is subsequently chosen by and from the Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs).

Three incumbent MLAs faced no challengers and were acclaimed back into office in their districts.

Incumbent Premier Floyd Roland has chosen not to stand for re-election in his district.

After the members of the legislature have elected the new Premier, the MLAs elect the cabinet ministers from the remaining Assembly members and the Premier then assigns portfolios to the new ministers.