Aurora College gets $8 million investment, boosts research initiative
As part of the 2021 budget, $8 million has been granted by the federal government to support the transition of Aurora College into a polytechnic…
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FOTR cancels Young Dene amid sexual misconduct allegations
Folk on the Rocks (FOTR) has removed Eugene Boulanger, commonly known as Young Dene, four days before the festival starts. The organization has chosen to…
Wrigley residents stranded in Fort Simpson after highway closes due to wildfires
Residents of Wrigley were stranded in Fort Simpson when the highway closed over the weekend as a result of wildfires. Mayor Sean Whelly said approximately…
Tłı̨chǫ Treaty 11 exhibit coming to the PWNHC
The exhibit shares the story of the 100-year relationship between Canada and the Tłı̨chǫ.
The Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre (PWNHC) is showcasing a Tłı̨chǫ exhibit honouring Chief Mǫwhì signing Treaty 11 in Behchokǫ̀ 100 years ago. The…
YK Artists Co-operative bids on Wildcat Café heritage building
Artists in Yellowknife may have a new summer hot spot. Matthew Grogono is the President of Yellowknife Artists Co-operative (YAC) and he’s excited to turn…
Heat warning issued for Fort Liard, Fort Simpson, Wrigley
The next few days in the NWT are getting hotter and hotter. Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for the communities of Fort Liard,…
New federal investment to build 30 public units in NWT
A $25 million investment is coming to the GNWT from the federal government to support housing priorities, including 30 new public housing units across the…
Canada Goose sheds fur for sustainability
Canada’s popular parkas may start to look and feel a little different next year. Ever since Canada Goose announced its commitment to sustainability, all animal…
More federal funds to support broadcasters in the North
Some Indigenous broadcasters are getting financial assistance from the federal government over the next two years, a boost to their cultural programs. A $ 1.9…
Nuisance black bear breaks into cabins on River Lake
According to the Department of Environment and Natural resources, a black bear has been spotted breaking into cabins on River Lake, in the past few…