Hamlet needed $100,000 to finish project; $550,000 boost allows for expanded programming
Pond Inlet is weeks away from welcoming the community into its new wellness centre. After an initial investment of $500,000 from the territorial government to fund the build, the hamlet fell $100,000 short this past June to finish the project.
GN cites COVID-19 case surge for temporary policy; exceptions made for certain patients
Dog attacked in Lower Base is in confinement, fox being tested for rabies
Closures until Jan. 9 due to staff shortages, says GN
Nunatsiaq News reporter Madalyn Howitt looks back at the ongoing struggle to construct a bigger facility in Ottawa
Aaniavituqarq Crisis Centre damaged in October blaze; hospital patient transit area serving as temporary home for clients
Coming into contact with power lines can cause serious injury or death, warns corporation
Former KRG chairperson to lead organization for next four years
Plan is to create prevention-based health programming
Sarah Beaulne joins Hudson Coast health centre after career in municipal services, policing
Cost to pay people to perform fire-watch duties is $120,000 so far; still waiting on replacement parts
Hamlet using federal funding to purchase its first bus
Expanded eligibility in line with national guidelines, says Health Department
Construction is complete; $45 million facility to open in late March 2023
Health Department previously said 5 health centres would close in the new year
Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corp. describes territory’s issues with home ownership, rental costs
Mayor says objective is to ensure children enjoy a safe Christmas with their families
Ottawa’s Upper Hunt Club Community Association appealing city council decision to approve new Larga Baffin facility
Department of Health says it has no plans for building; MLA says he will keep advocating for proposal
Vaccine available for free at health clinics across territory
Dr. Sean Wachtel says despite operational challenges, he’s impressed by hard work of health staff in Nunavut
Nunavut Premier P.J. Akeeagok says increasing Canada Health Transfer will benefit Inuit who travel for specialized care
Eight finalists announced for different Arctic Inspiration Prize categories; winners to be named in February
Nearing completion, treatment centre offering 22 beds set to welcome first guests in April
Government of Nunavut offers 5 days paid, 5 days unpaid for family abuse leave
