Sahtú COVID-19 outbreak highlighting healthcare inequality: Dene National Chief
The ongoing outbreak of COVID-19 in the Sahtú is bringing the disparities of healthcare between Yellowknife and communities to the forefront, says Dene National Chief…
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More than 20 COVID-19 cases confirmed in Fort Good Hope
There are 31 confirmed cases of COVID-19 related to the outbreak in the Sahtú — 21 of those are in Fort Good Hope. Additionally, there…
Fort Good Hope Chief requesting additional support from GNWT as COVID cases rise
Fort Good Hope Chief Tommy Kakfwi says he has requested additional support from the territorial government as his community faces a “staggering” COVID-19 outbreak. “We…
One case of COVID-19 confirmed in Yellowknife
A Yellowknife resident has been diagnosed with COVID-19, according to health officials. The individual recently returned from travel outside of the NWT. A public health…
Health officials expect 4th wave of COVID-19 by the end of summer
Health officials are preparing for the next wave of COVID-19 and expect to be hit by the end of summer to early fall. The Acting…
Fort Smith resident confirmed to have COVID-19
A Fort Smith resident has been diagnosed with COVID-19. The individual contracted the virus when travelling outside of the territory. According to health officials, the…
Confirmed COVID-19 case at Ekati
The office of the chief public health officer has confirmed a non-resident worker has COVID-19 at Ekati mine. “Assessment by the OCPHO is that the…
Staff shortage expected at Fort Smith Health Centre
Residents of Fort Smith can expect longer wait times as the community experiences another shortage of healthcare workers. The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services…
3,000 COVID spit tests coming to the NWT
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…
Masks no longer mandatory in public places in Behchokǫ̀, Ndilǫ, Dettah and Yellowknife
Dr. Kami Kandola, chief public health officer, has removed her orders of mandatory masking in indoor public spaces for Behchokǫ̀, Ndilǫ, Dettah and Yellowknife. The…