Taltson River trappers to receive compensation, but what’s next for them?
A trapper who had his Taltson River cabin flooded says the government compensation will help him, but he’s worried about the long-term effects of the…
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LKFN launches new cultural tourism packages for summer 2021
Łı́ı́dlı̨ Kų́e First Nation (LKFN) has launched a new cultural tourism initiative aiming to educate outsiders and promote the community. LKFN set up an Instagram…
Independent assessment coming for clerk’s office
The Board of Management decided on an assessment of the "culture and atmosphere for the entire office" rather than an investigation into Clerk Tim Mercer.
The Legislative Assembly’s Board of Management has decided to launch an independent workplace assessment of the Office of the Clerk. The decision comes days after…
CPHO: 6 new cases of COVID-19 in the territory
Dr. Kami Kandola, chief public health officer (CPHO) announced six new cases of COVID-19 in the territory. Five cases are connected to the Gahcho Kué…
GNWT wants feedback to improve addictions recovery
Residents who currently live with an addiction or have in the past can now have their say in how the territorial government can improve its…
ADKFN resumes election process
Acho Dene Koe First Nation (ADKFN) resumes its election process after a lockdown in the community put everything on pause. Nominations are now open for…
Upcoming renewable energy project in Inuvik turns cardboard into fuel
Inuvik produces more than 60 tonnes of cardboard every year and Aurora College wants to turn it into clean fuel. This new project is “tailored”…
Legislative Assembly clerk ‘on leave’ following conduct complaints
Tim Mercer, the Clerk of the Legislative Assembly, is currently “on leave” while the Board of Management assesses complaints into his behaviour. The Legislative Assembly…
Legislative Assembly clerk facing multiple complaints into conduct
At least one staff member, the chief electoral officer, and now an MLA have issued complaints against Tim Mercer, the clerk of the Legislative Assembly….
Yellowknife ‘angel’ takes in Salvation Army guests after flood
Medic Iqquiyuituq has been homeless for over 20 years. Ever since the Salvation Army closed its doors on Feb. 7, he’s afraid of what that…