GNWT still investigating COVID-19 in three separate communities
Health officials are still investigating the recent cases of COVID-19 in the territory. NWT officials gathered at the Legislative Assembly to discuss the recent outbreak…
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CPHO confirms two ‘probable’ cases of COVID-19 in Fort Liard
"Probable cases are treated the same as confirmed cases in an investigation," says Dr. Kami Kandola, CPHO in a statement.
Health officials say two additional “probable cases” of COVID-19 have been identified in Fort Liard. This update comes after the community was placed under a…
New children’s book to reflect Dene laws, available in four languages
Our Northern Rivers is published in Chipewyan, South Slavey and Cree, alongside English.
Inspired by all the North has to offer, Denise Broomfield decided to incorporate Dene culture and values into her first children’s book. “I’m just so…
KFN Elder passes away peacefully after a long battle with cancer
The community of K’atl’odeeche mourns the loss of another Elder. “He loved his language, his culture and traditions,” says Chief April Martel, for the K’atl’odeeche First…
Local fisherman not convinced with reopening Hay River’s winter fishery
“It's a lifestyle that's dying,” says Shawn Buckley.
It’s been 15 years since the winter fishery in Hay River has been open. Since then, fishermen on the Great Slave Lake have had to…
COVID-19 found in Hay River’s wastewater
Anyone in self-Isolation Jan. 1 to Jan. 6 in Hay River or K'atlo'deeche First Nation must arrange for COVID-19 testing, says the GNWT
COVID-19 has been confirmed in Hay River’s wastewater. The office of the chief public health officer (CPHO) says at least one undetected case of COVID-19…
Inuvik kicks off vaccine roll out in long term care facility
The general population will receive the vaccine in March, says Dr. Kami Kandola, CPHO.
“It’s a historic event,” says Arlene Jergensen, chief operating officer for the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA)’s Beaufort-Delta region. “And hopefully the…
Yellowknife COVID testing site moves to ensure enough space
The new testing site will be located at 108 Archibald Street, across from the Folk on the Rocks location.
The COVID-19 testing site in Yellowknife has moved for the sake of space. The NWT Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) announced the move from…
Sunrise Festival in Inuvik goes online to celebrate the light
“I think the [community] is excited for the vaccine to come along, so we can come together again,” says Challis.
Inuvik residents have grown accustomed to the darkness but say they’re excited to welcome back the light. This year residents cant gather for its annual…
Indigenous business owner achieves dream of owning home town inn
It all started when a young girl from Fort Simpson dreamed of having her own inn. At age 13, Darlene Sibbeston, now owner of the…