Arsenic signs being printed this week, installed shortly after

It’s a sign of the times.

The GNWT says that signs are being printed tomorrow that will warn the public on arsenic hotspots in Yellowknife.

Signs will be put up at Kam Lake, Peg Lake, Rat Lake, Frame Lake and Jackfish Lake.

The Department of Health and Social Services says the signs will be installed shortly after.

In a recent town hall meeting, Minister Glen Abernethy said the signs would be simple with just a few words to warn the public.

Continue Reading

You may also like



cjcd Now playing play

- Advertisement -

Related Articles

- Advertisement -

Latest News

Folk on the Rocks releases second wave of artists for 2026 festival

The second wave of artists for this year’s Folk on the Rocks Festival has been released. The greatest party under the midnight sun is once again bringing together artists from across the North and beyond to deliver their most dynamic festival yet. With performances spanning genres from hip-hop, rock, folk, RnB, to electronica, there’s something for everyone at this year’s festival.

Chief Mackenzie calls for inquiry and apology from RCMP and feds

Dene National Chief George Mackenzie says while he's not surprised by the CBC’s recent investigative reports of RCMP surveillance, he was surprised by its level. Chief Mackenzie is calling for a public inquiry and for the reports to be made public, as well as a formal apology from the RCMP and the federal government.

Arctic Anglers Family Fishing Derby this weekend

The ninth Annual Arctic Anglers Family Fishing Derby is being held this weekend at Prelude Lake, from April 3 to 5.

Two youth are facing charges for using AI to alter social media photos

Two youths are facing charges in relation to an alleged incident involving AI and the alteration of photos. Officers allege that the two youths used artificial intelligence to alter photos obtained on social media of other youths.

NWT Indigenous leaders urge oil sands, legacy waste cleanup needed now

PM Mark Carney committed $90 million into the Wood Buffalo National Park and wood bison recovery. This is part of $3.8 B strategy” to “protect and restore” habitats and find ways for industrial strategies to “complement” conservation announced Tuesday. Indigenous and local leaders have been calling on the feds and provincial and territorial governments to take more measures to clean up industrial wastes of the region including the Peace-Athabasca waterways of Treaty 8.