Outbreak declared at NTPC worksite
An outbreak has been announced at the NWT Power Corp (NTPC) Snare Hydro System worksite. This comes after two workers have developed COVID-19 since Sept…
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Temporary prohibition order set in Behchokǫ̀
The community government of Behchokǫ̀ has set a temporary prohibition order on Sept 15, due to an increase in alcohol consumption and unlawful behaviour in…
Challenging weeks ahead as health officials navigate ongoing COVID-19 outbreak in Yellowknife
A new isolation centre and shelter are expected this week. The Yellowknife Ski Club is set to become the new isolation centre and a temporary…
Yellowknife health services ‘significantly reduced’
According to the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA), health services in Yellowknife are limited today. This comes after the recent outbreak of…
COVID-19 cases in Behchokǫ̀ expected to rise again: health minister
The cause of the recent COVID-19 outbreak in Behchokǫ̀ is still unknown and health officials say they expect the case count to continue to rise….
Behchokǫ̀ under containment order
According to the chief public health officer (CPHO), Dr. Kami Kandola, an additional 11 residents have probable or confirmed COVID-19 in the community – putting…
CPHO declares outbreak among homeless population in Yellowknife
According to the chief public health officer (CPHO), Dr. Kami Kandola, there has been an outbreak of COVID-19 amongst the “under-housed and vulnerable population” in…
Yellowknife Courthouse deemed new COVID-19 exposure location
According to the Chief Public Health Officer (CPHO), Dr. Kami Kandola, the Yellowknife Courthouse has been exposed to COVID-19. Residents who have been inside the…
Two kids attending Weledeh Catholic School test positive for COVID-19
According to the Chief Public Health Officer (CPHO), Dr. Kami Kandola, two kids attending Weledeh Catholic School have tested positive for COVID-19 on Sept 4….
Yellowknife restauranteur offering a foodie’s dream
Yellowknife foodies are getting the chance to run their own food truck. Ever since, long-time business owner, Edward But posted on Social Media seeking ‘young…