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YK; City planning for programs and services reopening

Mo Fahim
By Mo Fahim

In a release Wednesday May 13th, the City of Yellowknife announced it is following in the footsteps of the territorial government by planning for the re-opening of City programs, services and facilities, in line with the recent ‘Emerging Wisely’ reveal.

The decision comes to ensure that re-opening is done safely, and is following capacity and other restrictions that are in place. As such many factors will be considered.

The City thanks residents for their ongoing patience as staff work to do this in a planned and safe manner, as quickly as possible.

The City’s top priorities remain public and staff safety, and continued essential service delivery.

The City is developing its’ re-opening schedule and will communicate all updates with the public, via the City webpage  and on social media.

Residents can also contact the City by emailing [email protected] or calling 920-5600.

Mo Fahim
Mo Fahim
The Moose News Reporter, If you see any news in the making contact The Moose News Team at 100news.moosefm.com or call 867-920-2523

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