The situation in Behchokǫ has worsened, with 100 active COVID-19 cases reported comes new public health orders. As of 5 p.m. Oct. 4, Dr. Kami Kandola, the chief public health officer, has extended the public health order in Behchokǫ announced last month to include new travel restrictions. Without proof of…
According to public health, five new exposure locations have been identified in Yellowknife. This includes both uptown and downtown Independent grocery stores, the Kilt and Castle, Ragged Ass Barbers and the new Hungry Wolf Restaurant. Residents at the Kilt and Castle on Sept. 24 from 10 p.m. to 11:30 p.m….
According to health authorities, a flight travelling into three NWT communities has been identified as a possible link to COVID-19. Fully vaccinated residents on North Wright Airways Flight 142 travelling into Yellowknife, Colville Lake and Fort Good Hope on Sept. 23 should self-monitor for symptoms and if they develop arrange…
An “unexpected wastewater detection”, according to the GNWT, has identified the entire community of Fort Simpson as a possible link to COVID-19. Any resident experiencing symptoms regardless of their vaccination status should isolate immediately and arrange for testing. These measures also extend to anyone who has come into contact with…
Warning: This article discusses residential schools and can be traumatic, mental health supports are listed at the bottom of the article. The National Day of Truth and Reconciliation will be an opportunity for people to reflect on Canada’s dark past. Sept. 30 was officially made a statutory holiday by the…
A dynamic pair have taken to the skies to serve the North and ultimately their communities. SaNaeah Allen and Loyal Letcher are students at the Terry Harrold School of Aviation and cousins sharing in their dream to become pilots. Earlier this month, the boys each received a $2,500 scholarship to…
According to the chief public health officer, Dr. Kami Kandola, two flights travelling into the NWT have been linked to COVID-19. Everyone on North Wright Airways flight #126 to Délı̨nę on Sept. 23 are asked to monitor for symptoms and if they develop, to isolate immediately and arrange for testing….
Prior to the Tłı̨chǫ grand chief elections being postponed, CKLB spoke with the three candidates about their vision if elected. The new date for the election is Nov. 18. The interviews were edited for clarity. Jackson Lafferty Why are you running for the position of Tłı̨chǫ grand chief? I understand…
According to the chief public health officer (CPHO), Dr. Kami Kandola, an additional 11 residents have probable or confirmed COVID-19 in the community – putting residents under a 14 day containment order starting Sept. 9 at 8 a.m. This brings the total active case count in the community to 12….
According to the Chief Public Health Officer (CPHO), Dr. Kami Kandola, the Yellowknife Courthouse has been exposed to COVID-19. Residents who have been inside the building from Sept 1 to 3 for more than 10 minutes should self-monitor for symptoms. Public Health encourages anyone who believes to have symptoms to…