Canada Goose sheds fur for sustainability
Canada’s popular parkas may start to look and feel a little different next year. Ever since Canada Goose announced its commitment to sustainability, all animal…
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Candidates announced for Monfwi by-election
Four candidates are running to be the MLA of Monfwi for the Legislative Assembly. The candidates announced in a press release by Elections NWT are: Jane…
Fort Simpson Elder who lost home in fire thankful for community’s support
An Elder from Fort Simpson is thanking the community for its support after she lost her home and all her possessions in a fire. Martina…
More federal funds to support broadcasters in the North
Some Indigenous broadcasters are getting financial assistance from the federal government over the next two years, a boost to their cultural programs. A $ 1.9…
Nuisance black bear breaks into cabins on River Lake
According to the Department of Environment and Natural resources, a black bear has been spotted breaking into cabins on River Lake, in the past few…
Police investigating ‘suspicious’ fire at Yellowknife church
RCMP is investigating what it has deemed a “suspicious” fire at St. Patrick’s church in Yellowknife. According to police, officers responded to a call of…
Indigenous Patient Advocates coming to NWT acute care units
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) is establishing Indigenous Patient Advocate positions in each acute care unit in the territory. Julie Green,…
Dene National Chief wants to rethink Canada Day
Dene National Chief Norman Yakeleya wants to rename Canada Day to Family Day. “We want to bring our families back together again and do it…
CPHO loosens restrictions on indoor gatherings
Up to 200 can now gather inside without needing approval from the CPHO.
Indoor gatherings of up to 200 people are officially allowed as the territory’s chief public health officer (CPHO) loosened another restriction. The announcement was made…
Deninu Kųę́ woman graduates Western University with prestigious award
Laney Beaulieu will be attending medical school in August and plans to return to Fort Resolution to work as a doctor.
After graduating with a prestigious university award, Laney Beaulieu of Deninu Kųę́ First Nation is one step closer to becoming the first doctor from her…