Iqaluit

Iqaluit’s Arctic Winter Games ice surface out of commission for Zamboni fix

City adds staff, extends hours at Arnaitok Arena in the interim

Two out of three Zambonis owned by the City of Iqaluit have been parked for weeks due to “significant mechanical issues,” leaving arena users facing less opportunity for ice time for the next few weeks.

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Christmas craft season returns

Jewelry makers Ella Levin, left, and Amoudla Kootoo display their wares as customer Assol Kubeisinova tries on a pair of earrings in the mirror. The pair were among dozens of vendors who participated in the Christmas Craft Fair at the Aqsarniit hotel Saturday in Iqaluit. (Photo by Daron Letts)

Late shift for construction crew in Iqaluit

Construction of a three-storey building in Iqaluit is underway across five lots along Iglulik Drive, Mivvik Street and Fred Coman Street. All three floors will feature commercial space, according to Qikiqtaaluk Properties Inc.’s site plan, which includes 36 parking spaces and an enclosed bike rack. Crews were working late at the site on Monday night. The location was formerly occupied by five detached units. (Photo by Daron Letts)

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Fundraising treats for a sweet Christmas party

Nunavut Department of Justice staff members Theo Tanoh, left, and Nabeha Hassen host their latest monthly bake sale in the foyer of the Sivummut Building in Iqaluit on Friday. Breads, cakes, cookies and pies were available for purchase throughout the morning and into the afternoon. Staff will hold another bake sale before the end of the year, Hassen said, to raise money for a staff Christmas party. (Photo by Daron Letts)

It all comes down to Game 7

Manzi Mujiji, left, and Raymond Mullins watch as the home team Toronto Blue Jays lose 3-1 to the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 6 of the World Series. They were among many fans watching at Iqaluit’s Storehouse bar on Friday night. (Photo by Daron Letts)

Medical call, fire prompt emergency response in downtown Iqaluit

Iqaluit firefighters respond to a call at a multiplex building on Queen Elizabeth Way Thursday afternoon. During a medical call to building 187, paramedics noticed smoke and called in the firefighters, said City of Iqaluit spokesperson Geoff Byrne. Firefighters quickly doused the fire. Nobody was injured, there was no structural damage, and residents were able to return home shortly afterward. The RCMP is investigating the fire. (Photo by Jeff Pelletier)

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EEEEEEEEK!

Keira Qamaniq, left, and Naja Pearce shriek as “undead unicorn warrior” John Manzo pops out from a hiding spot during the Haunted Walk and Halloween Spooktacular held at Joamie School on Saturday. The annual event was organized by City of Iqaluit recreation staff, with creative support from volunteers with Skills Canada Nunavut. (Photo courtesy of Matilda Pinksen/City of Iqaluit)