The territory will be receiving an alternative method for COVID testing. Now young children and adults who can’t have the standard nasal swab test may use a spit test instead. “The tests are intended to provide an easier and less invasive method of testing for COVID-19,” says Jack Miltenberger, spokesperson…
It all started with a promise. “I told her one of these days, I’m going to follow my dream and I’m going to own a store.” Rose Martel remembers making this promise, tending to her mother’s bedside with a needle, thread and some beads- three years ago. Martel did this…
Triple A Talent agency has released Young Dene, commonly known as Eugene Boulanger from its online platform, following sexual misconduct allegations earlier this week. “We have ceased sourcing active bookings while this matter is being investigated,” says the agency in a statement. “We will not continue working with Young Dene…
Community programs focused on reducing poverty in the NWT will be getting a little extra help this year. The Anti-Poverty Fund has awarded 52 grants to community, Indigenous and non-profit organizations to provide programs and services on poverty reduction. The Inuvik Youth Centre is among the recipients, receiving $35,000 to…
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 university. Over the next two years, the institution will develop a new research warehouse and staging centre. The location of these new centres is still…
According to the Department of Environment and Natural Resource (ENR), two cabins were lost due to a wildfire near Fort Simpson over the weekend. One fire was reported at Little Doctor Lake on Saturday. Due to extreme fire conditions, crew were unable to access the fire until the following day…
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 cancel the artist due to several allegations of “sexual violence” brought forward within the last few weeks. Carly McFadden is the executive director for FOTR….
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 official opening will take place on July 16 at 1 p.m. where a fire feeding ceremony, remarks, tea and bannock will be provided. The exhibit…
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 the Wildcat Café heritage building into a think tank for local artists. This new hub will be a temporary meeting place for artists to collaborate…
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, Fort Simpson and Wrigley – this includes Nahanni Butte and Jean Marie River. Over the next few days, temperatures are expected to reach a high…