Six beds available in Rankin Inlet and “20-some” in Iqaluit, says top doctor
Nunavut went from having zero confirmed cases of COVID-19 to 84 in the course of two weeks. But, as of Friday, nobody has required hospitalization because of the disease.
Territory’s total stands at 84, two weeks after first case confirmed
“They will have a speedy recovery by eating more healthy food at home”
“Everybody here is taking it seriously”
Until Jan. 8, only remote activities will occur
New cases identified in Arviat and Rankin Inlet
“These funds will assist non-profits and hamlets to deliver programs that can help Inuit better cope with the stress of the pandemic”
PM, premier talked about federal support as Nunavut’s lockdown began and cases climb to 70
Territory has 70 cases in total—with 54 in Arviat alone
“Our biggest priority now is to get the outbreak under control”
Eight new cases identified in Whale Cove, and 26 more in Arviat
As of noon Tuesday, travellers from Nunavut must self-isolate for 14 days, N.W.T. public health officer says
Territory’s COVID-19 cases have climbed to 26
Community transmission “likely” in Arviat, Health Department says
Territory records eight positive cases this month
A work crew prepares a platform to set up a new tent outside of the Tulattavik health centre in Kuujjuaq last month, for health-care workers to administer COVID-19 tests, and potentially vaccines. (Photo by Allen Gordon)
Infected individual spent two weeks in Winnipeg isolation hub
Nunavik health board says no additional restrictions necessary for now
New measures implemented “out of an abundance of caution”
Residents should call the local health centre to inquire before going in
Closures are “due to concerns about COVID-19”
The region is otherwise considered low risk
Community reacts swiftly with lockdown while Health Minister urges “calm and caring”
Starting Nov. 10, elders can pick up vouchers worth $250 every other week for a total of six vouchers
“There is no evidence at this time of community transmission”
