Tuktoyaktuk declares ‘crisis’, introduces temporary prohibition
Tuktoyaktuk has declared a temporary prohibition order beginning at midnight on Nov. 25. This comes after the Minister of Finance, Caroline Wawzonek, approved council’s request…
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New Tłı̨chǫ colouring book draws on culture
Inspired by the matriarchs, a new colouring book gives life to Tłı̨chǫ culture by design. It’s called Unity and it displays 25 unique mandalas, hand…
Muskox meat is back on the menu in Aklavik
“I’ve always wanted to make an impact with my own people,” says Chef Francis, especially with food. Chef Rich Francis is heading to Aklavik this…
For science! CJBS students grow green thumb with new experiment
Seven foot tall towers line the far wall in the cafeteria at Chief Jimmy Bruneau School in Edzo. The towers are actually hydroponic systems and…
New trappers program comes with a catch
Novice trappers, also known as mentees, can learn from experienced trappers
A new program to help develop the next generation of trappers in the NWT has been launched, but there’s a catch. The program is a…
“We’re not used to being isolated”: Beaufort Delta chiefs hope new anti-suicide funding will curb post-Covid isolation
The Beaufort Delta was the hardest-hit region in this year's suicide spike
Ken Kyikavichik says the past few years have been challenging for his people. “The amount of grief that’s gone on, especially over the last two…
Affordable housing cash for Yellowknife locked-in
The money will be divided between two locations
Funding for the completion of more than 60 additional affordable housing units in Yellowknife is officially in the books. The announcement was made at City…
LISTEN: Dene director captures magic of drum making in new film
Eric Janvier hopes his new documentary shows Indigenous youth that it’s never too late to learn their culture. In Heartbeat of a Nation, Janvier captures an…
Accolades for Hay River RCMP on Halloween night
Heron says the response was heart-warming
A simple act of kindness by Hay River RCMP on Halloween night is getting plenty of praise from the community. Ryan Heron’s niece, eitht-year-old Daenerys…
LISTEN: Tłı̨chǫ photographer on overcoming intergenerational trauma through her art
Jamie Wetrade-Stevenson is a beloved creative, navigating both the traditional and modern world through the lens. Her latest adventure has brought her to Toronto where…