Six communities get rapid COVID tests
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority has sent rapid COVID tests to every region of the NWT. According to the NTHSSA, the Abbot…
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Hundreds currently in self-isolation to be tested following positive COVID-19 wastewater results
The chief public health officer is asking people in self-isolation between Nov. 30 and Dec. 9 to get tested, even without symptoms.
Dr. Kami Kandola says the request for everyone currently in self-isolation to get tested for COVID-19 is being done out of an “abundance of precaution.”…
Pair sentenced 10 months for accessory to murder of Breanna Menacho
Lisa Brule and Jordan Nande were sentenced to 10 months in jail for their involvement in the murder of Breanna Menacho. The sentence was delivered…
Acho Dene Koe sets date for election
After two delays, Acho Dene Koe First Nation has finally set a date for its next election. The band passed a resolution saying the election…
Délı̨nę to host second ‘listening’ session on caribou conservation in Sahtú
The second of five public listening sessions on caribou conservation in the Sahtú will be next spring in Délı̨nę. The session’s central question is “What…
CPHO: Wastewater samples collected in Yellowknife confirm COVID-19
The presence of COVID-19 was confirmed in Yellowknife wastewater, the NWT chief public health officer (CPHO) says. “There is likely an undetected case of COVID-19…
Chief coroner reports 2 opioid-related deaths in the NWT
A recent toxicology report by the chief coroner confirms two deaths in the territory as a result fentanyl. Fentanyl is a powerful opioid and Health…
Walk to Tuk presents opportunity to exercise, socialize from a safe distance
"We can't get together necessarily in person all the time. But we can Walk to Tuk together," says organizer Bri Krekoski.
Walk to Tuk organizers say this year’s event is more important than ever as the raging COVID-19 pandemic has increased anxieties for many. Bri Krekoski…
Public health emergency extended for 19th time
The territorial government has extended the public health emergency until Dec. 22. The extension comes as cases of COVID-19 increase across Canada, a press release…
Inuvik implementing mandatory masks for town facilities
Residents of Inuvik are now required to wear masks while inside town facilities. The policy is being introduced in an effort to prevent the spread…