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WATCH: Pandemic fires are burning across the country: Tam. The government says the mandatory restrictions are to begin Wednesday. Overall, Nunavut has 75 active cases of COVID-19, while 123 cases are now considered recovered. Recreation centres will be closed and all sporting activities are to be suspended. Those who are infected with COVID-19 may have little to no symptoms. Be the first to know! IQALUIT, Nunavut â Nunavut is to start lifting a two-week lockdown on Wednesday as more people infected with COVID-19 recover. Story continues below. Nunavut, which has a population of around 39,000, recorded its first COVID-19 infection at the beginning of this month. After months of no Covid-19 cases in its communities, the Canadian territory of Nunavut is entering a two-week coronavirus lockdown. The lockdown that shuttered all … Get caught up on the day's top stories and videos, along with the weather webcast and what's in store for CityNews Tonight at 11 p.m. and tomorrow on Breakfast Television. That brings the total in Arviat to 46. The government also strongly advises against non-essential travel. There are now 60 active cases in the territory. By Kevin Hogan November 24th, 2020 . B.C. Since then, in not quite two weeks, four different communities have reported infections and as of Tuesday there were a total of 60 active cases in Nunavut. Copyright © 2020 HuffPost.com, Inc. "HuffPost" is a registered trademark of HuffPost.com, Inc. All rights reserved. Arviat confirmed its first case of COVID â¦ Nunavut announced 11 new COVID-19 cases in the territory Wednesday. He also confirmed there is community transmission in Arviat, and it will take “one to two weeks” to know if restrictions put in place in the community last week have been effective in stopping the spread. Dr. Michael Patterson, Nunavut's chief public health officer, said earlier this week that schools, businesses and workplaces could reopen. Symptoms may take up to 14 days to appear after exposure to COVID-19. 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'COVID Is Starting To Win': Alberta Tightens Restrictions As Cases Spike, Peter Nygard’s Arrest Casts New Scrutiny On Reported Prince Andrew Visit, N.S. Get the top stories emailed every day. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 16, 2020. Since March, Nunavut travel restrictions have mandated anyone who leaves the territory complete a 14-day isolation stay at a hotel in southern Canada before flying back. COVID-19 cases in Nunavut have more than doubled with 34 new infections. That changed on Nov. 6 when the first case was recorded. OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canada's remote Arctic territory of Nunavut is suffering its first community outbreak of COVID-19 and will close all non-essential services, as well as schools… Please confirm the information below before signing up. Child care centres must also close to all children except for those of essential workers. Read full article. Nunavutâs two-week lockdown to slow the spread of COVID-19 is to end today as the territory continues to see a drop in new cases. In total, there was $49 million spent on unbudgeted spending to prepare and slow down the pandemic. IQALUIT, Nunavut — Nunavut's two-week lockdown to slow the spread of COVID-19 was lifted in almost all communities Wednesday as the territory had more recovered than active cases for … Nunavutâs 39,000 residents are spread over a fifth of Canadaâs landmass, in 25 fly-in communities. Nunavut had been coronavirus-free until Nov. 6, when the territoryâs first case was announced. COVID-19 cases in Nunavut have more than doubled with 34 new infections. Nunavut went into a similar shutdown in March, but restrictions were lifted over the summer because the territory hadn’t had any cases. Canada's remote Arctic territory of Nunavut is suffering its first community outbreak of COVID-19 and will close all non-essential services, as well as schools, for at least two weeks, officials said on Monday. Gatherings are restricted to five people and are not allowed in homes. After two cases were later deemed false positives, Nunavut remained the only province or territory in Canada with no confirmed COVID â¦ “There’s almost no one out in the streets. He said the territory-wide lockdown is necessary to prevent any potential spread of COVID-19. “It certainly is very suspicious that it’s linked to the hubs or to something that happened while exiting the hubs. Patterson said public health and rapid response teams deployed in all three communities “are working around the clock to trace and test in efforts to track and contain the virus.”. Patterson said people currently staying in isolation hubs can still safely return home after their stays, but also have the option to stay longer if they choose. Sorry we could not verify that email address. Downtown Iqaluit, Nunavut, is shown after 2 p.m. sunset on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic in Nunavut is an ongoing viral pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), a novel infectious disease caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). After months of no Covid-19 cases in its communities, the Canadian territory of Nunavut is entering a two-week coronavirus lockdown. Dr. Michael Patterson, Nunavut’s chief public health officer, said earlier this week that schools, businesses and workplaces could reopen. There are now 60 active cases in the territory. “Think of it as a circuit breaker, a chance to reset. Enter your email below and we'll send you another email. Nunavut is ordering a two-week shutdown of non-essential businesses and schools due to the spread of COVID-19. The government says the mandatory restrictions are to begin Wednesday. Please contact us. IQALUIT, NUNAVUT -- Nunavut's two-week lockdown to slow the spread of COVID-19 was lifted in almost all communities Wednesday as the territory had more recovered than active cases for the first time. After managing to avoid a single case since the first infection was identified in Canada in January, Nunavut reported its first COVID-19 patient on Nov. 6. "This is an outbreak," Michael Patterson, Nunavut's chief public health officer, told a news conference â¦ Are 'Circuit Breaker' Lockdowns The Best Way To Slow The Spread Of COVID-19? Canada Covid cases rise, Nunavut to enter lockdown. 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Nunavut is ordering a two-week shutdown of non-essential businesses and schools due to the spread of COVID-19. It’s prompted the chief public health officer to close the Kivalliq region’s schools, make masks mandatory in public and restrict flights starting Sunday. Nunavut Orders School And Business Closures As COVID-19 Cases Spike The premier is calling it a "circuit-breaker" lockdown. Dr. Michael Patterson, Nunavutâs chief public health officer, says this second round of restrictions is likely to be lifted in regions with no cases of COVID-19 as of Dec. 2. Nunavut, which has a population of around 39,000, recorded its first COVID-19 infection at the beginning of this month. Nunavut went into a similar shutdown in March Nunavut is shutting down for two weeks starting Wednesday to try to get cases of COVID-19 under … Patterson announced eight more cases of COVID-19 — six in Arviat and two in Rankin Inlet — bringing the territory’s total to 26 cases. The lockdown that shuttered all schools and non-essential businesses was put in place on Nov. 18 to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus that first appeared in the territory early â¦ More COVID-19 cases found in North; Nunavut shuts some schools, mandates masks 2020-11-13 Top doc says rural COVID-19 rising, but Kenney says cities focus of any new rules This is the longest known infectious period for this disease. Dr. Michael Patterson, Nunavut’s chief public health officer, said earlier this week that schools, businesses and workplaces could reopen. Nunavut's two-week lockdown to slow the spread of COVID-19 is to end today as the territory continues to see a drop in new cases. Privacy Policy. Subscribe to Getting There: Innovation in Education; First Name. By checking this box, I agree to the terms of service and privacy policy of Rogers Media. Nunavut’s Minister of Health George Hickes has declared a state of public health emergency in the territory in relation to the novel coronavirus or COVID-19. Newsletters may offer personalized content or advertisements. COVID-19 cases in Nunavut have more than doubled with 34 new infections. Arviat remains the community most affected by reported cases with eight new cases, for a total of 115. Arviat’s mayor, Joe Savikataaq Jr., who is also the premier’s son, said it was “shocking” to hear of the first case in his community last week. Nunavut is shutting down for two weeks starting Wednesday to try to get cases of COVID-19 under control. Nunavut had been free of COVID-19 until two weeks ago. Dr. Michael Patterson, Nunavutâs chief public health officer, said earlier this week that schools, businesses and workplaces could reopen. All schools and non-essential businesses are closed, as are libraries, fitness centres, government offices and personal services. Health centres are closed except for emergencies and the Qikiqtani General Hospital in Iqaluit is not accepting walk-ins. It … Symptoms include: fever; cough IQALUIT, Nunavut â Nunavut is shutting down for two weeks starting today to try to get cases of COVID-19 under control. All schools and daycares territory-wide are closing for three weeks, effective this Tuesday. IQALUIT, Nunavut â Nunavut is to start lifting a two-week lockdown on Wednesday as more people infected with COVID-19 recover. The local radio station is also hosting games for people to play along with at home. COVID-19 Facts Symptoms. {* traditionalSignIn_signInButton *}, {* backButton *} In total, there was $49 million spent on unbudgeted spending to prepare and slow down the pandemic. Just 12 days after the first case was announced, Nunavut had a total of 70 confirmed COVID-19 infections. All schools in the Kivalliq have been moved to stage four of the Department of Educationâs COVID-19 response plan, meaning no students are to attend in person. Savikataaq Jr. said free hand sanitizer is available at all stores in town. Patterson said his team is still investigating how COVID-19 got into Nunavut, but the territory’s first cases were individuals who completed 14 days of isolation in Winnipeg. Schools, non-essential businesses, libraries, fitness centres, government offices and personal services are closed, Health centres are closed except for emergencies and the Qikiqtani General Hospital in Iqaluit is not accepting walk-ins, Nunavut went into a similar shutdown in March. We’ve been ready for this. IQALUIT, Nunavut â Nunavutâs two-week lockdown to slow the spread of COVID-19 is to end today as the territory continues to see a drop in new cases. More COVID-19 cases found in North; Nunavut shuts some schools, mandates masks. The Nunavut government is planning on opening schools with no physical distancing measures this fall, as long as the territory continues to be COVID-19 free. IQALUIT, NUNAVUT -- Nunavut is to start lifting a two-week lockdown on Wednesday as more people infected with COVID-19 recover. We will get through this and we will defeat what we’re fighting against. Nunavut is ordering a two-week shutdown of non-essential businesses and schools due to the spread of COVID-19. Michael Patterson said Monday all health centres will close except for emergency services and all visits to long-term care centres will be restricted. By: Emma Tranter, The Canadian Press Posted: 11/13/2020 1:02 PM | Last Modified: 11/13/2020 4:24 PM “While Rankin Inlet has successfully flattened the COVID-19 curve, I ask residents there to remain strict in their commitment to continue on this path and follow the current public health restrictions,” said Dr. Michael Patterson, Nunavut’s chief public health officer, in a news release. Nunavut’s chief public health officer has ordered a two-week shutdown, starting Wednesday, of school and non-essential in the territory due to the spread of COVID-19. There are four cases in Rankin Inlet, north of Arviat, and two in Sanikiluaq, on the other side of the Hudson Bay. All schools and non-essential businesses are closed, as are libraries, fitness centres, government offices and personal services as Nunavut tries to get cases of COVID-19 under control Last week, the territory announced four infections in the western community of Arviat. IQALUIT, Nunavut — Nunavut's chief public health officer says capacity to deal with an outbreak of COVID-19 is "stretched," which is why the government has shut down the territory for two weeks to try to get cases of COVID-19 under control.The territory reported its first case Nov. 6 and the total has jumped to 70 in less than two weeks.Dr. Enter your email address to get a new one. Nunavut reports 34 new COVID-19 infections, more than doubling tot... Defence to begin closing arguments at Toronto van attack trial, Ford government tells school boards to prepare for extended remote learning in 2021, 1 male in custody after trying to flee scene of crash on Spadina Avenue, Canada Post pauses delivery to East York building because tenants not wearing masks, 65 firearms, $18M worth of drugs seized from Etobicoke apartment, B.C. Patterson added that anyone who left Arviat on or since Nov. 2 is asked to immediately isolate for 14 days wherever they are. “Don’t let the numbers get to you. Rogers Media uses cookies for personalization, to customize its online advertisements, and for other purposes. We've sent an email with instructions to create a new password. {* createAccountButton *}, You may have created a profile with another. Mother Battling COVID-19 In Induced Coma After Emergency C-Section. IQALUIT, Nunavut â Nunavut's two-week lockdown to slow the spread of COVID-19 is to end today as the territory continues to see a drop in new cases. “I’m remaining as calm as possible. Subscribe to CityNews Toronto newsletters, I understand that I can withdraw my consent at any time. Get breaking news, weather and traffic stories in your inbox 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. IQALUIT, Nunavut — Nunavut’s chief public health officer has ordered a two-week shutdown, starting Wednesday, of non-essential businesses and schools in the territory due to the spread of COVID-19. Another case of COVID-19 has been confirmed in western Nunavut to add to the territoryâs three other infections. Nunavut begins reopening Monday. Dr. Michael Patterson, Nunavut's chief public THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick, {* backButton *} Another case of COVID-19 has been confirmed in western Nunavut to add to the territoryâs three other infections. The school reopening plan will likely be announced on Monday, Patterson said. {* forgotPassword_sendButton *}, {* backButton *} {* legalAcceptanceAcceptButton *}, {* backButton *} I’m very grateful for the people of Arviat who are listening to the guidelines.”. You have activated your account, please feel free to browse our exclusive contests, videos and content. There are now 74 COVID-19 cases in four of those communities; Sanikiluaq, Rankin Inlet, Arviat and Whale Cove. He says the territory's capacity to deal with an outbreak of COVID-19 is stretched and that's why the government has shut down business, schools and … This story was produced with the financial assistance of the Facebook and Canadian Press News Fellowship. That number jumped to 14 on Sunday. Nunavut’s Health Department … The 2020-21 Opening Plan for Nunavut Schools identifies four stages that will direct school operations during COVID-19, depending on the impacts of the virus in our communities. Nunavut now has 60 confirmed cases of COVID-19, more than double what the territory reported on Monday. In a press conference at the Allavvik Building this afternoon, Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Michael Patterson said, despite there being no cases of COVID-19 in Nunavut, this decision is an effort to preserve the health of Nunavummiut. And he will evaluate the effectiveness of the new restrictions on Dec. 2. Small boats make their way through the Frobisher Bay inlet in Iqaluit on Aug. 2, 2019. Dr. Michael Patterson, Nunavut's chief public health officer, speaks at a news conference in Iqaluit on November 6, 2020. IQALUIT, Nunavut — Nunavut’s two-week lockdown to slow the spread of COVID-19 is to end today as the territory continues to see a drop in new cases. Day-care centers will open, but schools will remain closed â a much more cautious approach than has been taken in hard-hit provinces. 333 Bloor Street East, Toronto, Ontario M4W 1G9 © 2002-2020 Rogers Media. The government says the mandatory restrictions are to begin Wednesday. Nunavut's two-week lockdown to slow the spread of COVID-19 … All rights reserved. https://globalnews.ca/news/7469085/nunavut-coronavirus-lockdown The territory, which had no cases until early November, will enter a mandatory two-week period of restrictions to try to limit further spread of the virus. Everyone is following the rules. The Government of Nunavut has received a donation of 4,000 plastic face shields from a Canadian company. finance minister schedules economic and fiscal update, As vulnerable youth face CERB clawbacks, Trudeau says Liberals looking over options, Hearing today for N.B. Dr. Michael Patterson, Nunavutâs chief public health officer, said earlier this week that schools, businesses and workplaces could reopen. The timing is in that area. Let’s be vigilant and help each other,” he said. There are now 74 COVID-19 cases in four of those communities; Sanikiluaq, Rankin Inlet, Arviat and Whale Cove. 5:11 a.m.: Nunavut is shutting down for two weeks starting today to try to get cases of COVID-19 under control. Coronavirus Canada Updates: Ontario schools report 166 new school COVID-19 cases Nunavutâs COVID-19 active case count climbed to 128 Sunday as 21 new cases were confirmed, the territoryâs health department said in a news release Sunday. Nunavut's Health Department said Tuesday that an additional 26 cases have been confirmed in Arviat, a community of about 2,800 in western Nunavut. But where exactly it happened ... we don’t know yet.”. These schools are thriving during COVIDâall due to hard work. The masks, donated by the Canadian Shield, are being stored in Iqaluit as part of the governmentâs preparation for possible outbreaks of COVID-19 in the territory while schoolâs in session. No one is above the rules here,” Premier Joe Savikataaq said. IQALUIT, Nunavut — Nunavut’s chief public health officer says capacity to deal with an outbreak of COVID-19 is “stretched,” which is why the government has shut down the territory for … There are now 60 active cases in the territory. We didn't recognize that password reset code. Downtown Iqaluit, Nunavut, is shown after 2 p.m. sunset on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020. Itâs prompted the chief public health officer to close the Kivalliq regionâs schools, make masks mandatory in public and restrict flights starting Sunday. The department knows the importance of school to students’ physical and mental health and we will continue to support students over the coming months. In the Northwest Territories, four more cases of the illness have been confirmed -- all related to the same household in Fort Smith. Until early November, Canada’s sparsely populated Nunavut territory was among the few inhabited places on the planet that had not seen a single case of COVID … IQALUIT — It has been just over two weeks since Nunavut declared its first case of COVID-19, but it’s still unknown how 109 people were infected so quickly in the territory. “We have concern that COVID-19 may spread to additional communities.”. The western community of Arviat who are infected with COVID-19 recover a community of Arviat Monday all health centres close... 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