“Lack of housing keeps COVID in Arviat… Don’t blame the people of Arviat” says Nunavut MP

Member of Parliament for Nunavut Mumilaaq Qaqqaq says she spoke to the mayor Arviat Joe Savikataaq Jr after a local state of emergency was declared by the hamlet. Qaqqaq asked how she could show support the community of 2800 during the state of emergency. Mayor Joe Jr says his priority for his community is toContinue reading ““Lack of housing keeps COVID in Arviat… Don’t blame the people of Arviat” says Nunavut MP”

What Local State of Emergency means in Arviat

February 23, 2021 The hamlet of Arviat, Nunavut has declared a local state of emergency to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Mayor Joe Savikataaq, JR announced on the local radio on February 23. The hamlet is allowed to act or take any means necessary to their state of emergency – The local state of emergencyContinue reading “What Local State of Emergency means in Arviat”