Dr. Michael Patterson, Nunavut's chief public health officer, has declared the Covid-19 outbreak at Hope Bay Mine contained. The outbreak has resulted in 10 confirmed cases and six presumptive cases. A rapid response team was sent to the mine to manage the situation and prevent further spread. With the outbreak under control, non-positive staff will soon be permitted to travel. Travel to and from the mine had been stopped to aid in containment. The GN is collaborating with mine management to enhance infection control measures and reduce the likelihood of future outbreaks. Throughout the incident, the risk to the wider Nunavut community has been low.

The Rankin Inlet Stealers won the second annual U-16 softball tournament in Rankin Inlet during the August long weekend, beating Baker Lake in the final. The tournament, which was the first inter-regional sports event since the cancellation of the Arctic Winter Games due to COVID-19, featured teams from Whale Cove, Arviat, Baker Lake, Coral Harbour, and two from Rankin Inlet. David Clark, the recreation coordinator and organizer, highlighted the community aspect of the event, which required teams to include both boys and girls. Strict COVID-19 precautions were in place, including waivers for symptom declaration and contact tracing information. The event was seen as a positive gathering for the youth of Kivalliq after a period of social restrictions.

The Canadian Coast Guard's inshore rescue boat station in Rankin Inlet has concluded a successful season, serving areas from Chesterfield Inlet to Whale Cove and providing valuable experience for Indigenous students. The station, operational from June 16 to September 7, trained eight students, including six Indigenous and two Inuit, in various rescue and navigational skills. Senior officer Emma Moore highlighted the importance of local knowledge and the partnership with Canadian Hydrographic Services for updating maritime charts. Koonoo Arreak-Mackey, an Inuit student, shared her positive experience with the program despite COVID-19 challenges. The crew conducted training exercises and responded to real search and rescue scenarios, emphasizing the program's impact on community safety and student development.

Mumilaaq Qaqqaq, the MP for Nunavut, has been touring the territory to document the severe housing conditions faced by residents. She has expressed disgust at the Canadian government's failure to address the issue, which includes overcrowding and homes in disrepair. Qaqqaq has visited several communities and found that many people are on waitlists for public housing, with conditions so poor that some homes are referred to as 'mould boxes'. The crisis has normalized to the extent that if such conditions existed in the south, they would have been addressed, according to Qaqqaq. The lack of housing has severe impacts on physical and mental health, with overcrowding leading to situations where individuals are forced to live with their abusers. Qaqqaq also criticized the practice of southern companies receiving contracts for new housing, which does not benefit local workers. She advocates for training programs and incentives for Inuit companies to help solve the housing crisis.

The article discusses the efforts of Daniel Alagalak and Samuel Karetak, who started Arviat Off-Grid General Contractors in Arviat, Nunavut, with the goal of building affordable housing for the local community. The housing crisis in Nunavut is highlighted, with statistics from the Nunavut Housing Corporation showing a high percentage of the population living in social housing and facing overcrowding. Despite federal funding, the problem persists due to a growing population and the need to replace deteriorating units. Nunavut MP Mumilaaq Qaqqaq's housing tour is mentioned, which aims to bring national attention to the issue. The article suggests that while public housing is necessary, supporting local businesses like Alagalak and Karetak's could also contribute to solving the housing shortage.

The article discusses the strike by professional sports leagues in North America as a stand for racial justice, following the shooting of a black man, Jason Blake, by police. It draws parallels with the Inuit's struggle for recognition and recounts the author's visit to Whale Cove, a community formed after the forced relocation of Inuit in the 1950s. The author reflects on the stories of elders, originally published in The Walrus and republished in Kivalliq News, which highlight the community's perseverance despite adversity. The tearing down of Whale Cove's first church is seen as shedding unnecessary sentimentality, emphasizing that history is more than monuments. The article also touches on the fight against systemic racism, the celebration of high school graduates overcoming the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic, and the inaugural workshop by Skills Canada Nunavut. It concludes with the support of former NHL player Jordin Tootoo for the sports strike and the ongoing fight for racial equality.

During Nunuvut Tunngavik Inc.'s (NTI) annual general meeting, several resolutions were passed, including a call to the Government of Nunavut to double the total allowable harvest of the Dolphin and Union caribou herd. NTI criticized the government for setting the limit based on a flawed 2018 survey and for not consulting Inuit communities. Other resolutions addressed the substandard medical services in Nunavut, the high suicide rate, and the need for social equity. NTI also converted a loan for the Grays Bay road and port project to interest-free and discussed the impact of COVID-19, particularly how the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) affected those on social assistance and the exacerbation of risks due to the housing crisis. Additionally, NTI advocated for support for Nunavut Inuit living outside the territory and for more Inuit contractors to be hired for government work, citing non-compliance with the Nunavut Agreement.

The hunters and trappers organization (HTO) in Rankin Inlet organized a boat trip for local elders to visit surrounding islands, including Marble Island and Angijuut. The trip aimed to reconnect the elders with boating, a pastime some had not experienced in over a decade. The outing provided an opportunity for the elders to share stories and knowledge, and they even caught a caribou. HTO manager Andrew Akerolik emphasized the importance of such events for preserving traditional knowledge and supporting the community's mental health. The HTO plans to continue these trips for elders and also organize similar trips for the youth to ensure the transmission of traditions.

The article discusses the incident at Rankin Inlet where the Northern Store discarded thousands of drinkable water bottles due to 'cloudiness', sparking public outrage. This event coincided with Nunavut NDP MP Mumilaaq Qaqqaq's housing tour, which exposed the neglect of Inuit housing and the deep-seated issues within the territory. The article criticizes the wastefulness of the company and the Canadian government's historical exploitation of Inuit for economic gain. It highlights Qaqqaq's efforts to raise awareness and her vision for Inuit-led change, emphasizing the need for systemic reform beyond superficial solutions.

The article discusses the ongoing discussions between Canada and the United States regarding their competing claims over the Arctic sea floor. Both countries have expressed a desire to work collaboratively to address the overlaps in their respective claims to the resource-rich area. The article highlights the strategic and economic importance of the Arctic, as well as the potential for cooperation in scientific research and environmental protection. It also touches on the broader context of Arctic sovereignty, with other nations like Russia and Denmark also having interests in the region. The piece suggests that a cooperative approach between Canada and the U.S. could set a precedent for the peaceful resolution of territorial disputes in the Arctic.