Articles by Eden Maury

Featured, Industry, News August 11, 2023

‘Historic’ accord signed for offshore oil and gas co-management in Canada’s Western Arctic

The accord empowers Northerners as the primary beneficiaries of economic activity from oil and gas development within their regions


A unique accord has been signed aimed at giving Northern residents greater influence over offshore oil and gas projects in the Western Arctic. The Western Arctic–Tariuq (Offshore) Accord was inked yesterday. It’s the first of its kind to include an Indigenous government as a full participant. The accord was signed…

Environment, Featured, News August 10, 2023

Rio Tinto to Build Largest Solar Power Plant in the Territories

Rio Tinto is constructing a solar power plant to supply its needs during the closure phase


Rio Tinto plans to build the largest solar power plant in the North at the Diavik Diamond Mine to supply its needs until closure, according to a recent press release. The plant will feature 6,600 advanced bi-facial solar panels, capturing both direct sunlight and reflected light from the snowy terrain,…

Featured, News August 8, 2023

Man charged with second-degree murder following death of 17-year-old in Behchokǫ̀

Behchokǫ̀ RCMP charged a 24-year-old man in connection with the death of a 17-year-old that occurred last week


Behchokǫ̀ RCMP charged a 24-year-old man in connection with the death of a 17-year-old that occurred last week. According to authorities, Zakk Lafferty is facing a second-degree murder charge. Police have confirmed he is in custody and is slated to make a court appearance today. The charge is related to…

Featured, News August 4, 2023

17-year-old Behchokǫ̀ teenager dies, a man in custody

In the early hours of this morning, Behchokǫ̀ RCMP responded to a call at a residence. Officers arrived at the scene to find a seriously injured 17-year-old male requiring immediate medical attention. Efforts to save the young man’s life were made on-site, as officers administered first aid until the arrival…

Featured, News July 24, 2023

Update: missing Hay River woman has been found safe and sound

23-year-old Haily Egotak was reported missing on July 17th, has since been located, and is safe. That’s according to a Hay River RCMP press release made on Friday 21st just before 11 pm. “Haily EGOTAK was located and is safe. Thank you for your assistance in resolving this matter”, stated…

Featured, News July 21, 2023

Meet Devon Felker and his passion for remote-control planes

Devon Felker is a 24-year-old Hay River resident, member and counsellor of West Point First Nation, a Remote-Control (RC) planes enthusiast, and a confirmed RC pilot, despite picking this hobby six months ago. “I used to have one [RC plane] when I was a kid and I always thought it’s…