CBC North6h ago
Ottawa announces millions for Northern projects as it rolls out national infrastructure plan
Iqaluit, Hay River and Whitehorse all received federal support for key infrastructure from the Build Communities Strong Fund, which promises $51 billion for infrastructure over the next 10 years.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/ottawa-northern-projects-infrastructure-funding-9.7155294?cmp=rss
CBC North1d ago
Two people in Iqaluit charged with first-degree murder
In a news release Saturday, Iqaluit RCMP said 24-year-old Kendra Amaaq and 19-year-old Owen Amaaq of Iqaluit have been arrested and charged with first-degree murder and being disguised with intent to commit an indictable offence.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/two-people-in-iqaluit-charged-with-first-degree-murder-9.7153781?cmp=rss
CBC NorthApr 1
Iqaluit Transit introduces new bus service in city
A city bus service was officially launched this week by Iqaluit Transit, a private company. It’s the first time in decades that there’s been transit service in the Nunavut capital.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/bus-service-iqaluit-transit-9.7149127?cmp=rss
CBC NorthMar 24
2 charged in Iqaluit cocaine bust
In a release, Nunavut RCMP say the pair face charges of drug trafficking and conspiracy. One of the men also faces charges of possession of the proceeds of crime and possession of a crossbow while prohibited.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/2-charged-iqaluit-cocaine-arrest-9.7140143?cmp=rss
CBC IndigenousMar 20
Nunavut Nukkiksautiit Corporation releases field study results for proposed hydro project near Iqaluit
Nunavut Nukkiksautiit Corporation has released the first set of data for the proposed hydro project at Kuugaaluk River. The results will help inform data collection this summer in the area.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/nunavut-nukkiksautiit-corporation-releases-field-study-results-9.7136554?cmp=rss
CBC NorthMar 20
Nunavut Nukkiksautiit Corporation releases field study results for proposed hydro project near Iqaluit
Nunavut Nukkiksautiit Corporation has released the first set of data for the proposed hydro project at Kuugaaluk River. The results will help inform data collection this summer in the area.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/nunavut-nukkiksautiit-corporation-releases-field-study-results-9.7136554?cmp=rss
CBC NorthMar 15
Veterinary team from Almonte provides crucial care in Canada's North
Airlifting animals south for veterinary care can be prohibitively expensive. So instead, the vets are coming to them.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/ottawa-area-veterinarians-go-to-iqaluit-9.7124825?cmp=rss
CBC OttawaMar 15
Veterinary team from Almonte provides crucial care in Canada's North
Airlifting animals south for veterinary care can be prohibitively expensive. So instead, the vets are coming to them.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/ottawa-area-veterinarians-go-to-iqaluit-9.7124825?cmp=rss
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CBC NorthMar 11
Meet the Nunavut family who competes in Arctic Sports together
For Naja Pearce and Kayla Tikivik, competing in Arctic Sports is a family affair. The sisters, at the Arctic Winter Games this week in Whitehorse, are coached by their mom and train together nearly every day in Iqaluit.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/nunavut-family-competes-arctic-sports-together-9.7123345?cmp=rss