New COVID-19 secretariat role coming to the GNWT
In preparing for a second wave of COVID-19, the territorial government is creating a secretariat role within the department of Health and Social Services to…
Health
School closures unlikely if single COVID case enters the classroom: CPHO
Dr. Kami Kandola says closing down schools in March highlighted “unintended consequences” on students’ mental health and learning. As a result, the NWT chief public…
South Slave under boil water advisory
A boil water advisory is in effect in Hay River, Enterprise, Kakisa, and the K’atl’Odeeche Reserve. The advisory is a result of higher than normal…
Public health emergency extended for 12th time
The territorial government has extended the public health emergency until Sept. 15. There have been no cases of COVID-19 in the NWT since April 5,…
Drop the Pop campaign awards schools $18k
Over a dozen schools have been chosen as the winners of the Drop the Pop campaign. Out of 45 participating schools, 16 have been chosen…
United Way NWT to contribute $50k for COVID relief
Funds will be distributed to northern non-profits across the territory.
The United Way NWT receives an additional $50,000 in funding from the federal government for COVID relief programs. This was part of the Emergency Community…
Public health emergency extended once again
Self-isolation is the frontline of the COVID-19 defence, says the GNWT in a press release.
From the advice of Dr. Kami Kandola, the government of the Northwest Territories has extended the territory-wide public health emergency once more. This extension expires…
CPHO: Mask wearing remains a recommendation across the NWT
Public health will consider mandating it in the fall if cases spike.
The chief public health officer says mandating masks or face coverings in public spaces is a possibility for the fall. This comes as the city…
Pilot project intends to offer more streamlined care for mental health services to NWT residents
Mental health support options will be available online and for same-day care, all at the touch of your fingertips.
Access to online mental health resources and a stable internet connection is a paradox for most northern communities. The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC)…
No ‘ongoing heightened risk’ of COVID-19 at Diavik: GNWT
Dr. Kami Kandola, the NWT’s chief public health officer, says there is no longer a risk of COVID-19 at Diavik Diamond Mine. Her office has…