Rapid-result COVID-19 testing starts in NWT but ‘not rolled out for everyone’
Over the May long weekend, health officials started using rapid-result COVID-19 test kits called GeneXpert Express. The units deliver test results in less than an…
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Sahtu Youth Network calls on youth to “show us your skills” in photo and video contest
The Sahtu Youth Network (SYN) is holding a photo and video contest on social media called “show us your skills”. “The photos and videos will…
Here are the changes to NWT ferries during the pandemic
The Department of Infrastructure has posted an update to its website outlining changes to the ferry operations in the NWT. All ferries will now have…
Web-based project launched to study caribou
A conservation group launched a web-based project to study migratory caribou across northern Canada. The website, started by the Canadian Arctic Resources Committee (CARC) aims…
Hay River no longer at flood risk
The threat of flooding has passed in Hay River, but the area is still under a boil water advisory. Glenn Smith, assistant senior administrative officer…
Deadline for Together, We Are Strong campaign extended to May 29
The deadline for donations to the Together, We Are Strong Campaign is extended until May 29. The campaign is being organized by the Yellowknife Community…
Transitional housing still the plan for former Arnica Inn post-pandemic
Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the territorial housing corporation left the Yellowknife Women’s Society (YWS) in limbo as to whether it would support ongoing plans…
City of Yellowknife playgrounds and outdoor recreation areas now open
Playgrounds and outdoor recreation areas are now open in the City of Yellowknife. According to a news release, the facilities opened on Saturday, May 16…
Behchoko RCMP make two alcohol seizures in two days
RCMP seized alcohol from two vehicles attempting to enter Behchoko last week. Behchoko implemented a temporary alcohol prohibition after an order was signed by community…
Recall issued for defective KN95 masks delivered to NWT
Defective KN95 masks are being recovered by the Government of the Northwest Territories after Health Canada issued a recall. The recall was first issued on…