A mandatory evacuation order was issued for island residents in Fort Simpson on Sunday as water levels reached 15 metres. Łı́ı́dlı̨́ı̨́ Kų́ę́ First Nation Chief Gerald Antoine says the young people in his community have never seen flooding like this. But the Elders did in 1963. “For the years after,…
Public health is reporting one new case of COVID-19 in Yellowknife Friday evening. This brings the territory’s total up to 48, with three probable cases awaiting confirmation, a press release says. Of those who tested positive, 92 per cent are under the age of 18 — the release says the…
Dene National Chief Norman Yakeleya says there has been flooding along the Mackenzie River in the Fort Providence area which has caused at least one resident to evacuate his cabin. “I just happen to be down in Fort Providence and the high water is coming up for those with cabins…
Dene National Chief Norman Yakeleya is encouraging everyone eligible across Denendeh to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, to protect loved ones and allow life to return to normal. “The only way to protect ourselves is to get the vaccine,” he said at a press conference on Friday. No region across the…
The GNWT’s Alert Ready system is notifying residents of Vale Island in Hay River to evacuate immediately due to risk of flooding. The notice was put out just after 2 p.m. Evacuees must register at the HR Community Centre or call 1- 833-699-0188. For information visit https://www.hayriver.com/breakup/ In a notice…
Dr. Kami Kandola, chief public health officer, said “about 90 per cent” of COVID-19 infections from the N.J. Macpherson school outbreak in Yellowknife are in youth with the remaining being household contacts. There are still 47 positive COVID-19 cases and three presumptive cases related to the outbreak. “There have been…
Public health is reporting 13 new COVID cases related to the outbreak at a Yellowknife school. This brings the territory’s total up to 47, with three probable cases awaiting confirmation, a press release says. PHA: There are now a total of 47 confirmed COVID-19 infections in Yellowknife and 3 probable…
Ka’a’gee Tu First Nation in Kakisa received federal funding to construct an outdoor area for ceremonies and gatherings. “One of our dreams, here in the community is to have a center like that,” said Ka’a’gee Tu First Nation Chief Lloyd Chicot at a virtual press conference. “We also go on…
The Town of Hay River has issued a precautionary notice advising residents of Vale Island and West Channel of potential evacuation. “Residents should now prepare their households,” reads the notice. If an evacuation order is necessary, it will be shared on the town’s Facebook page, through its emergency measures email…
A new art exhibit in Fort Simpson examines a year of life in the pandemic. A Year of Living Creatively was launched by the Open Sky Creative Society on April 19 at the community’s gallery. It features the work of six Fort Simpson residents. “The items on display show the…