Acho Dene Koe sets date for election
After two delays, Acho Dene Koe First Nation has finally set a date for its next election. The band passed a resolution saying the election…
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Délı̨nę to host second ‘listening’ session on caribou conservation in Sahtú
The second of five public listening sessions on caribou conservation in the Sahtú will be next spring in Délı̨nę. The session’s central question is “What…
CPHO: Positive COVID-19 case at Gahcho Kué Diamond mine
Dr. Kami Kandola, NWT chief public health officer (CPHO) reported an active case of COVID-19 at Gahcho Kué Diamond mine, today. The worker travelled directly…
Crime is related to trauma: Chief Betsina
New Statistics Canada report claims higher crime rates to be found in the Northwest Territories.
Crime is more likely to be reported in remote communities, specifically with high Indigenous populations according to a recent survey. Although, Yellowknives Dene First Nation…
Wellness walk in Yellowknife kicks off National Addictions Awareness Week
The Tree of Peace Friendship Centre celebrates over 30 years hosting the march.
Nearly 100 people marched down 51st St. to bring awareness to addictions on Monday. Addiction is the cause of pain, says Katherine Arden, wellness manager…
Tis’ the season for wolverines
A handful of wolverine sightings have been reported in Yellowknife. The department of Environment and Natural Resources (ENR) confirmed three sightings, on Sunday, near Finlayson…
Beneficiaries request RCMP investigation into SSI purchase of outfitter, other organizations
RCMP says it won’t give details to protect the investigation.
Some Sahtú beneficiaries are calling for an RCMP investigation into the Sahtú Secretariat Inc. (SSI) and other organizations in the region. “At this time we…
SRRB decides community plans should lead caribou conservation in Sahtú region
The Sahtú Renewable Resources Board recently decided to replace the Total Allowable Harvest system with community conservation plans.
What is the most effective way to conserve caribou? According to a recent report from the Ɂehdzo Got’ı̨nę Gots’ę́ Nákedı (Sahtú Renewable Resources Board), the…
Northern TikToker shares reasons to stay alive, Inuit style
Annie Buscemi admits that “it’s the simple things in life” that keep her going. Buscemi, 23, from Iqaluit, started making TikToks as a way to help herself through her anxiety. Since losing her job back in September, Buscemi created a virtual diary, called Ullaakkut (meaning good morning) as a way to practice gratitude. This was […]
Emergency shelter opens in Hay River
An emergency overnight shelter has opened in Hay River. The shelter is in the Kujat building on Industrial Drive and can receive up to 15…