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A new podcast delves into the influence of recreational activities at northern residential and day schools and how it reflects the strength, resilience, and creativity of former students and survivors. It’s called How I Survived, and is co-hosted by former chief of Tulı́t’a and journalist Paul Andrew. He is accompanied…

A muskox in the Thaıdene Nëné area has been reported with signs of Orf, also known as contagious pustular dermatitis. It’s essentially a very aggressive cold sore that can be transmitted to humans if exposed. Pus-filled blisters and thick scabs can be found on the animals’ lips, mouth, nose and…

“I think having a title this huge, in my mind, is like, how can this help our people? How can I inspire other Indigenous women to go after what they want?” Gwich’in Chef Stephanie Baryluk has been named one of Canada’s Most Powerful Women by the Women’s Executive Network for…

Inspired by Arlene’s magical frybread from the popular movie Smoke Signals comes a re-imagining of an irresistiblely flaky golden treat. Founders and best friends, Gary Michel and Josh Judas have joined forces to bring Dene street tacos to Yellowknife. They will operate from the newly opened downtown bar The Underground,…

Three long-time northerners were honored with the Order of the Northwest Territories for their outstanding contributions in a ceremony at the NWT Legislative Assembly this morning. 86-year-old Elder Mary Teya of Fort McPherson was recognized for her community leadership and her dedication to preserving and promoting Dinjii Zhu’ Ginjik (Gwich’in…

A home invasion has been reported in Fort McPherson yesterday. 29-year-old Nathan Francis is charged with breaking and entering, robbery, mischief under $5000 and failure to comply with undertaking conditions. Francis is expected to appear in court at a later date as the investigation remains ongoing. Due to section 145(4)(a)…

Inuk describes her life as walking with one foot in the old world of traditions and one foot in the new world, sharing Inuit culture and lifestyles with her 28,000 TikTok followers. Inuk, also known as Brendalynn Trennert, posted her first video on TikTok as a comic relief when the…

The territorial government has announced $1.8 million in funding to help offset increased shipping costs for communities in the Sahtu and Beaufort Delta regions. Due to record low water levels, the annual resupply barges along the Mackenzie River were cancelled, leaving residents without access to essential goods and services and…