3 additional COVID-19 cases in Yellowknife
Three more people in Yellowknife have confirmed cases of COVID-19. The office of the chief public health officer (OCPHO) says all three are residents; they…
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Privacy commissioner investigating COVID Secretariat data breach
The email addresses — and in some cases names — of residents who were self-isolating were mistakenly revealed.
The Information and Privacy Commissioner (IPC) is investigating a data breach by the COVID-19 Secretariat where the identities of residents self-isolating were disclosed. The email…
Steve Norn identifies himself and family member as the two YK COVID cases
Exposure notices issued for École St. Patrick High School, the Racquet Club and Taste of Saigon.
Tu Nedhé-Wiilideh MLA Steve Norn confirmed he and a family member have tested positive for COVID-19 — explaining the origin of the two cases identified…
Selena Lomen receives manslaughter verdict for partner’s death
Warning, this article contains graphic content. A Fort Liard woman on trial for the stabbing death of her partner was found guilty of manslaughter. Selena…
ADKFN not joining federal appeal on election ruling
Acho Dene Koe First Nation (ADKFN) will not be joining the federal government in appealing a ruling that the First Nation did not have authority…
Interest climbing in new Behchokǫ̀ rock climbing wall
The new climbing wall in Behchokǫ̀ has led to more and more community members taking up the sport. Colinda Blondin, recreation manager for Behchokǫ̀, said…
COVID-19 case confirmed in Yellowknife
The infection is related to domestic travel, health officials say
The office of the chief public health officer (OCPHO) has confirmed one new case of COVID-19 in Yellowknife. According to a public health advisory, the…
It’s Gwich’in Day!
It’s the 29th anniversary of the signing of the Gwich’in Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement. “We celebrate to honour our Gwich’in rights in areas such as…
GNWT reduces self-isolation requirements for travel
The chief public health officer (CPHO) has lifted some of the restrictions around travelling outside of the NWT. Dr. Kami Kandola, NWT CPHO, announced in…
9 NWT artists have work stolen in Edmonton heist
Nine pieces of Northern art have been stolen from a gallery in Edmonton. Last week the Alberta Craft Council asked Albertans and NWT residents via…