GNWT launching new programs to promote harvesting
The Government of the Northwest Territories is launching three new programs to encourage harvesting. A press release says harvesting can decrease reliance on store-bought foods,…
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NWT to increase COVID testing
The territory has procured multiple rapid testing units.
The Northwest Territories has procured several rapid testing units in an effort to build COVID-19 testing capacity. The NWT is aiming to increase its testing…
Inuvik investigating small structural fire
What was thought to be the cause of an electrical issue is now unknown says fire chief.
The Inuvik fire department responded to a small structural fire, Wednesday morning on Raven Street. Residents were alerted by the smell of smoke coming from…
Concerned residents deliver ‘heartfelt’ presentation to city council on temporary shelter
Organizers stated the city needs a temporary shelter before winter, if not, people will die.
A group of concerned Yellowknife residents delivered a passionate presentation to city council on the need for a temporary day shelter this winter. Emily Esau,…
Fort Smith teen found safe
Updated Sept. 17: 9:30 a.m. Shamus Martin has been found safe once again. Police did not say where the 14-year-old was found. This was the…
NWT seniors programs get funding boost from feds
About $435,000 will be split among 23 projects across the NWT.
Basket weaving, youth mentorship and on-the-land activities are some of programs getting a funding boost from the federal government. MP Michael McLeod announced funding just…
NWT organizations receive $640K in food security funding
The federal government announced this funding as part of the $100M emergency fund for food security in April.
The federal government has contributed a one-time lump sum to help N.W.T organizations improve food security. Michael McLeod, MP for the N.W.T, announced $640,000 in…
Dominion Diamond parent company makes sole bid for Ekati assets worth US$126M
Dominion's stake in Diavik was left out of the deal.
Dominion Diamond Mines has accepted a bid for its Ekati assets from two affiliates of its parent company, the Washington Companies. The bid is worth…
Award-winning Indigenous journalist says he was arrested for doing his job
“I’m really torn, I won’t say I won’t be back there,” says Karl Dockstader.
Karl Dockstader – Indigenous man, father and journalist – was arrested and charged for simply doing his job, he says. Protestors have been occupying the…
ENR warns public of possible cougar sighting on Ingraham Trail
Department says to stay calm in encountering the animal.
An NWT resident reported seeing a cougar early Sunday afternoon on the Ingraham Trail, according to the department of Environment and Natural Resources. The department…