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Featured, News, Politics April 30, 2021

‘Agitate by presence’: Conversation with Canada’s first Indigenous woman appointed to UN expert body

"I'm worried about getting (UNDRIP) back to the front burner," says Sheryl Lightfoot

Agitate by presence is one way to get noticed – a reality known all too well by Canada’s first Indigenous woman appointed to a UN expert body, Dr. Sheryl Lightfoot. Alongside six other independent experts, she will now be representing North America on the rights of Indigenous Peoples. Part of…

Featured, Health, News April 29, 2021

2 cases of COVID-19 confirmed at Imperial Oil worksite in Norman Wells

No public exposure risk identified in the community, Public health

Two new cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Norman Wells, Wednesday evening. The chief public health officer, Dr. Kami Kandola (CPHO), confirms the cases were found at the Imperial Oil worksite. According to the health advisory, the cases were screened prior to reaching the NWT and the workers did…

Featured, Health April 27, 2021

UPDATED: 1 case of COVID-19 confirmed in Inuvik

Public exposure identified during a domestic flight from Edmonton on Apr. 24

The office of the chief public health officer (OCPHO) reported one new case of COVID-19 in Inuvik on Monday. According to a health advisory, the infection is related to travel outside the territory. A potential public exposure was identified during a domestic flight from Edmonton on Apr. 24. Only those…

Featured, News, Politics April 27, 2021

Hope re-elected to chief following election delay

Chief Eugene Hope wants to create a new election code, "that everyone supports and eliminates existing legal challenges."

Acho Dene Koe First Nation (ADKFN) wrapped up its election Monday evening, well almost. Eugene Hope was re-elected as chief with 148 votes. James Duntra trailed closely behind with 145 votes and Steven Steeves received 24. The six new councillors are: Brenda Berreault with 220 votes Donny Bertrand with 264…

Featured, Health, News April 23, 2021

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 in Yellowknife this week. “I have chosen to identify myself as the positive COVID test result this week. The second confirmed test announced today is…

Featured, News April 22, 2021

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 case is related to domestic travel outside the territory. Public health says Yellowknife restaurant Taste of Saigon is a location “where some risk of exposure…

Community, Featured, News April 19, 2021

‘I’m stronger. . . in every aspect’: Navigating healing through martial arts

Riane Peterson describes martial arts, specifically boxing, as the ultimate workout. Life growing up for Peterson was difficult and fitness was one outlet that really made a difference in her healing journey. Prior to getting sober, she remembers a life of chaos. Peterson is now a 30-year-old fitness coach, turned…

Community, Events, Featured, News April 14, 2021

63rd Inuvik Muskrat Jamboree unites communities online

The event is older than the Town of Inuvik.

The Town of Inuvik kicked off its 63rd annual spring celebration over the weekend, but due to the pandemic, only a small portion of the community could attend in person. Dr. Kami Kandola, chief public health officer (CPHO) of the NWT, allowed 50 residents in a town of roughly 3,000…

Community, Featured, News April 13, 2021

48 projects receive funding to get residents out on the land

The NWT On The Land Collaborative has awarded $840,000 across 48 projects that “connect NWT residents with land, culture, and community.” The upcoming projects will happen across the territory and were awarded anywhere between $3,700 to $40,000. According to a news release, projects can have several benefits such as connecting…

Community, Featured, News April 8, 2021

Northern artists saddened by local shop moving online

The Northern Images art store has been a staple in Yellowknife for over 40 years. Last month the shop had to close its doors, giving NWT artists something to worry about as their art moves into a different space. “It’s really, really sad for me to see [this] place shut down,”…