700 Fort Simpson residents displaced by flooding
Around 700 residents from the island in Fort Simpson have been displaced from flooding. Łı́ı́dlı̨́ı̨́ Kų́ę́ First Nation Chief Gerald Antoine says the situation is…
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Mandatory evacuation on island, water levels reach 15 metres in Fort Simpson
A mandatory evacuation order was issued for island residents in Fort Simpson on Sunday as water levels reached 15 metres. Łı́ı́dlı̨́ı̨́ Kų́ę́ First Nation Chief…
‘Don’t be afraid to speak up’: Fort Simpson teen speaks against bullying on Pink Shirt Day
Students nation-wide are wearing pink today to raise awareness on the effects of bullying. The motto “Keep in mind to be kind” has echoed across…
LKFN Film Festival showcasing cultural resurgence and revitalization
Local filmmakers will have their films screened at the event on Monday.
Indigenous representation and cultural revitalization will be important themes showcased at the Líídlįį Kúę First Nation (LKFN) Film Festival. It will also showcasing the work…
‘I’m keen and I’m eager’: Fort Simpson local becomes new deputy director for Indigenous leadership Initiative
“There’s an awakening happening all across Canada.” Dahti Tsetso is no stranger to Indigenous issues. This year, she joins the Indigenous Leadership Initiative (ILI) as…
Young B.C. girl with rare blood disease gets ‘overwhelming’ support online
The family of an 11-year-old girl with a rare blood disease has begun a social media campaign to raise awareness and provide updates on their…
New children’s book to reflect Dene laws, available in four languages
Our Northern Rivers is published in Chipewyan, South Slavey and Cree, alongside English.
Inspired by all the North has to offer, Denise Broomfield decided to incorporate Dene culture and values into her first children’s book. “I’m just so…
Indigenous business owner achieves dream of owning home town inn
It all started when a young girl from Fort Simpson dreamed of having her own inn. At age 13, Darlene Sibbeston, now owner of the…
Whooping cough confirmed in Fort Simpson
The chief public health officer has confirmed four cases of whooping cough in Fort Simpson as of Jan. 4. Whooping cough or pertussis is a…
Body of deceased operator missing near Fort Simpson recovered
The body of a deceased operator who was missing after his piece of equipment submerged in standing water, has been recovered. An RCMP press release…