The Government of Nunavut says it has explored options for separate isolation facilities for people who tested positive for COVID-19 in Nunavut. Currently the territory has 14 active cases reported in Arviat since March 04. In a news release premier Joe Savikataaq says “I know how hard you’re working & how difficult it has been.Continue reading “Government of Nunavut questions putting people with COVID19 in hotels”
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“We need help” Young artist raps about realities faced by Inuit
It’s been more than a 100 days since the community of Arviat went into strict lockdown – Young people like Ted Thompson are forced to stay home to prevent the spread of COVI19. The 19 year wasted no time and used the stay-at-home order to write a song about some issues faced by Inuit. TheContinue reading ““We need help” Young artist raps about realities faced by Inuit”
Inuit myth on Northern Lights
As an Inuk child who grew up in the 90’s, it was scary to see northern lights at night time, especially if you’re walking home alone in the dark. Imagine walking behind people’s backyards where there is no light, unpaved snow and nobody around because, well it’s late at night. In Arviat where I grewContinue reading “Inuit myth on Northern Lights”
“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”
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