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Friday, May 27, 2016
Big win in Yellowknife
The winning ticket for the $50,000 649 prize on Wednesday was bought in Yellowknife, according to the Western Canada Lottery Corporation.
It did not identify the winner or say whether he or she is a resident of the city.
- Robin Grant
Open house on city's downtown
Yellowknife residents who are interested in the future of the city's downtown are invited to an open house on June 8 titled Exploring Business Improvement Districts and Yellowknife's Downtown. It will include presentations and a discussion.
According to a news release from the city, it is being hosted by Murray Jones of Curbside Treats N' Eats, Kelsey MacDougall of N60 Interiors, Rob Warburton of Cloudworks and Stantec's Kevin Hodgins. It's being held at the old Diavik office at 5007 Franklin Ave. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and admission is free.
- John McFadden
Funding applications for new CANOR program
The Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency is now accepting applications for funding from organizations and businesses that want to tap into its Strategic Investments in Northern Economic Development program.
In making the announcement at a news conference in Yellowknife yesterday, NWT MP Michael McLeod said the $40-million fund will focus on three areas: innovation and clean technology, economic growth and diversification and capacity development.
- John McFadden
Ford recalls pick-up trucks
Ford announced Wednesday that it is recalling about 271,000 pick-up trucks due to a brake fluid leak that could affect braking. The trucks being recalled are F-150 pick-ups from the 2013 and 2014 model years with 3.5 litre, V6 engines.
Yellowknife's Aurora Ford said owners of trucks covered by the recall should contact them. Ford says brake fluid can leak from the master cylinder, which could reduce the ability of the front brakes to stop.
- John McFadden
Thrusday, May 26, 2016
Territorial shake-up
Numerous changes to the territorial government's senior staff were announced on May 20 by Premier Bob McLeod.
Staff changes include the appointment of new deputy ministers Sylvia Haener to Education, Culture and Employment, Martin Goldney to Justice and Mike Aumond to the Department of Executive. Aumond will also be the new secretary to cabinet.
David Stewart will become secretary to the financial management board as well as deputy minister of Finance.
Tom Jensen has been appointed deputy minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment; Willard Hagen is deputy minister of Lands and Shaleen Woodward is acting deputy minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Intergovernmental Relations.
Clubhouse manager sought
Seven Spruce Golf Course in Fort Simpson is on the hunt for a clubhouse manager, according to a community notice posted to social media.
On May 11, the club elected its new executive, which includes Kele Antoine as president, Roger Pilling as vice-president, Caitlin Blyth as treasurer and Hilda Antoine as secretary.
Currently, the club is in the process of hiring staff and renovating the clubhouse.
School carnival moves forward
Bompas Elementary School has transformed its spring concert into a carnival which was set to kick off May 25 at the arena at 6 p.m.
According to a note sent out by principal Kelley Andrews-Klein on May 20, the carnival would include activities for all ages, such as face painting, bouncy castles, a talent show, games and a gallery to showcase the work of students.
Snacks were also to be available for purchase.
On Eagle's Wings dinner
There will be a dinner on May 28 in celebration of On Eagle's Wings North, an ecumenical Christian ministry.
The dinner will take place in Fort Simpson at Calvary Chapel.
Trade show comes to town
Six businesses from Hay River will be hosting the Deh Cho Sales Event in Fort Simpson on May 28. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the recreation centre and will bring in representatives from Aurora Ford, GL Workwear, Wesclean Northern Sales Ltd., La Dee Dah Boutique, Monster Recreation Products and MSS Ltd.
Candidates announced for Gwich'in election
The nomination period for the upcoming Gwich'in Tribal Council election has closed and the names of candidates announced.
Chief returning officer Mary Ann Ross declared that Jozef Carnogursky, Bobbie Jo Greenland-Morgan and incumbent James Wilson will vie for the position of president.
Wilbert Firth, William Koe, Bridget Larocque, Richard Nerysoo and Jordan Peterson have submitted their names for the position of vice-president.
The election will take place June 27, with voters in both Gwich'in traditional territory and outside of it now able to vote online.
Teacher recognized
Inuvik's Eugene Jenks has been recognized for his work and dedication with a national award.
Jenks was presented with a Certificate of Achievement Prime Minister's Award earlier this month. According to materials from the Prime Minister's Office, Jenks was honoured for his work reaching out to students across the Beaufort Delta and using technology to build rapport with individuals and build communities.
He has facilitated debates among disparate classes, and even organized a performance of Macbeth with students in three locations.
Jenks was one of 32 teachers from across the country to receive a Certificate of Achievement.
Highway construction season deemed success
The territorial and federal governments are calling the third season of construction of the Inuvik-Tuktoyaktuk Highway a success.
"I am very pleased with the successful completion of the third season of construction. This season saw several milestones completed, with highway infrastructure now connecting to the Arctic Ocean for the first time," stated Transportation Minister Wally Schumann in a news release. "I am happy to say that we remain on schedule and on budget and look forward to continuing work in the fall."
This season saw the joining of the two ends of the road on April 7, and the employment of about 400 people at the peak of activity. Construction will continue this fall, with the highway set to open in the fall of 2017.
Sign up for cleanup
Inuvik's community cleanup is planned to be held from May 26 through June 5.
Non-profit groups and organizations are encouraged to sign up to clean up designated areas of town in exchange for $400. Garbage bags and gloves will be provided by the municipality.
Anyone looking to participate may contact Steve Krug at the Midnight Sun Complex to register or for more information.
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