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25 May 2020
COVID-19 Department of Health Services update
These past two months have not been easy, and all Nunavummiut have had to make sacrifices. However, thanks to our combined efforts, we are protecting our families, our communities, and our territory from this pandemic, and I hope that all Nunavummiut can
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25 May 2020
COVID-19 Department of Education Services update
The Department of Education has developed guidelines for child-care facility reopening, including information on enhanced cleaning and hygiene, and physical distancing during drop-off and pick-up. The Department of Education will be connecting with all li
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14 May 2020
GN COVID-19 updates broadcast rescheduled
Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Michael Patterson, Premier Joe Savikataaq and Minister of Health George Hickes will now provide updates on the Government of Nunavut’s (GN) response to COVID-19 twice a week:
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11 May 2020
COVID-19 Department of Human Resources services update
The GN is now accepting applications for the Summer Student Employment Equity Program (SSEEP). More information is available at https://www.gov.nu.ca/human-resources/information/become-summer-student
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06 May 2020
COVID-19 Department of Justice Services update
The Government of Nunavut has various programs and services that are available to support victims and survivors of violence. We want to remind Nunavummiut that we are still here, and we can help during this very difficult time. We are aware that life is ve
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06 May 2020
COVID-19 Department of Family Services update
If you or someone you know is a victim of violence and needs access to services and supports, help is available. If you aren’t able to talk to a local Social Work Office, please call the Department of Family Services at 1-855-522-5201 for a referral.
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01 May 2020
COVID-19 Department of Economic Development and Transportation services update
1,285 non-medical masks have been shipped to Pond Inlet to assist with the GN’s rapid response to the confirmed case of COVID-19 in the community. The shipment included instructions on the use of the masks – in Nunavut’s official languages.
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30 April 2020
COVID-19 Department of Environment Services update
The department has suspended the purchasing of pelts due to the confirmed case of COVID-19 in Pond Inlet. The Department of Environment will continue to purchase pelts in other communities.
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30 April 2020
Confirmed case of COVID-19 in Nunavut
Dr. Michael Patterson, Nunavut’s Chief Public Health Officer, has confirmed the first case of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) in Pond Inlet, Nunavut.
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30 April 2020
COVID-19 Department of Community and Government Services services update
Critical services will be maintained in Pond Inlet, and plans are in place to ensure that access to services such as heat, power, water, sewer, and communications will not be interrupted.
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