Dr. Michael Patterson, Nunavut’s Chief Public Health Officer, today announced the easing of public health measures in Kinngait.

The Department of Health today received water test results from a lab in Ontario confirming the presence of elevated hydrocarbons at Iqaluit’s water treatment plant.

The Department of Health is still waiting for test results on possible hydrocarbon contamination in the City’s drinking water.

Government of Nunavut’s (GN) Minister of Community and Government Services (CGS) the Honourable Jeannie Ehaloak, today declared a State of Emergency under Nunavut’s Emergency Management Act effective immediately in Iqaluit.

Nunavut’s Minister of Health Lorne Kusugak has extended the territory’s public health emergency until October 28, 2021.

There is a significant increase to risk of exposure to COVID-19 following a positive COVID-19 case at Kitikmeot Larga.

Due to the possibility of petroleum hydrocarbons at the Iqaluit water treatment plant, the Department of Health is advising Iqalummiuq not to consume tap water for drinking or cooking, until further notice.

The Government of Nunavut’s Department of Health today announced that a new proof of vaccination certificate or PVC, is now available to Nunavummiut.

Nunavut COVID-19 Case Update