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CTV News
23-07-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
Boat sailing for Greenland missing off Labrador
The coast guard icebreaker Des Groseilliers sails through Eclipse Sound Sunday, Aug. 24, 2014, west of Pond Inlet, Nvt. The vessel has been part of efforts to find a sailboat that was reported overdue in Newfoundland and Labrador on July 20, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
CBC
22-07-2025
- Health
- CBC
Masking required in Iqaluit's hospital and boarding home due to whooping cough outbreak
Social Sharing Mandatory masking is now in effect at the Qikiqtani General Hospital and at the Iqaluit boarding home in response to an ongoing outbreak of whooping cough in Iqaluit and Pond Inlet. Nunavut's Health Department announced the masking requirement in a news release Tuesday morning based on guidance from the territorial infection prevention and control specialist and the office of the chief public health officer. The department wrote that the measure is to protect vulnerable people and to prevent the spread of the illness. On Monday, the health department declared an outbreak of whooping cough — or pertussis — in Iqaluit and Pond Inlet. Meanwhile, outbreaks that began in Kugaaruk and Naujaat in the spring were declared over last month. Symptoms of whooping cough include a low fever, a cough that lasts longer than a week or is followed by an unusual "whoop" sound, vomiting after coughing and coughing that is worse at night. People in Iqaluit who have symptoms should call Qikiqtani General Hospital to book an appointment or go to the Rapid Access Clinic to be assessed. Masking is in effect until further notice.
CBC
12-07-2025
- Health
- CBC
Nunavut Premier extends condolences after 3 deaths in Pond Inlet
Nunavut Premier P.J. Akeeagok is sharing his sympathies with the community of Pond Inlet, Nunavut, after three recent deaths. "Like many Nunavummiut, I am heartbroken by the tragic events that have shaken your community," Akeeagok said in a statement Saturday. The territory's coroner said Friday that his office is investigating the deaths, but that it would be inappropriate to share details at this point and that the report would become public once completed. Akeeagok said the Nunavut government has mobilized all available resources to those affected. Nunavut government spokesperson Casey Lessard said in an email that health workers and virtual mental health support is already being offered to affected residents. "To the residents of Pond Inlet: please know that the entire territory stands with you," Akeeagok said. "You are not alone. We will walk with you through this tragedy and support your healing in the days and weeks ahead." If you or someone you know in Nunavut is struggling, the following resources may help:
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Nunavut Premier extends condolences after 3 deaths in Pond Inlet
Nunavut Premier P.J. Akeeagok is sharing his sympathies with the community of Pond Inlet, Nunavut, after three recent deaths. "Like many Nunavummiut, I am heartbroken by the tragic events that have shaken your community," Akeeagok said in a statement Saturday. The territory's coroner said Friday that his office is investigating the deaths, but that it would be inappropriate to share details at this point and that the report would become public once completed. Akeeagok said the Nunavut government has mobilized all available resources to those affected. Nunavut government spokesperson Casey Lessard said in an email that health workers and virtual mental health support is already being offered to affected residents. "To the residents of Pond Inlet: please know that the entire territory stands with you," Akeeagok said. "You are not alone. We will walk with you through this tragedy and support your healing in the days and weeks ahead." If you or someone you know in Nunavut is struggling, the following resources may help: Nunavut Kamatsiaqtut Helpline (available 24 hours a day): 979-3333 in Iqaluit, or 1-800-265-3333 Healing by Talking counselling program: 1-888-648-0070 Government of Nunavut Employee and Family Assistance Program: 1-800-663-1142 Isaksimagit Inuusirmi Katujjiqatigiit (Embrace Life Council): 1-866-804-2782 Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text TALK to 686868 Hope for Wellness Helpline: 1-855-242-3310 Victim's Services: 1-866-456-5216 Residential Schools Resolution Health Support Program: 1-800-464-8106
CBC
11-07-2025
- Health
- CBC
Nunavut coroner investigating 3 deaths in Pond Inlet
Social Sharing Nunavut's chief coroner says his office is investigating three deaths in Pond Inlet. Dr. Michael Foote confirmed the deaths in an email to CBC. He said because the investigations are open, it would be inappropriate to "share details at this time." Foote said all coroner's reports become public after they are completed "in the interest of using accurate information to help prevent future deaths." In an email, Nunavut government spokesperson Casey Lessard said the government is responding with a "co-ordinated, multi-agency approach." "While we are not confirming specific details out of respect for those potentially involved, we can confirm that support is already on the ground and more is being mobilized," Lessard wrote. Lessard said some supports include more health workers, virtual mental health supports and logistical support for Pond Inlet. Lessard said this was being done to "ensure youth and families are safe and cared for." In Pond Inlet, a community prayer session is set to be held Friday evening at 7 p.m. in the gymnasium of Nasivvik High School. If you or someone you know in Nunavut is struggling, the following resources may help:
