Inuvik


Sunrise Festival in Inuvik goes online to celebrate the light

“I think the [community] is excited for the vaccine to come along, so we can come together again,” says Challis.


Inuvik residents have grown accustomed to the darkness but say they’re excited to welcome back the light. This year residents cant gather for its annual festival, instead, they meet online. Today at 1:39 p.m. begins the first sunrise of a new year for the community. “It just becomes a pattern…


CPHO confirms positive COVID-19 case in Inuvik

Dr. Kami Kandola, chief public health officer (CPHO), has confirmed a positive case of COVID-19 in Inuvik. According to a press release, the individual travelled internationally and is currently isolating at home and doing well. Public health says only household contacts were identified, with no further risk to the public….