Public Service Announcement

GNWT extends expirations on driver’s licences, general identification cards, and motor vehicle certificates of registration

Due to the evolving COVID-19 situation, the Government of Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) Driver and Vehicle Services has extended expiration dates on Northwest Territories (NWT) driver’s licences, general identification cards and motor vehicle certificate of registrations. 
  • Any NWT driver’s licence or general identification card that expires during the period of March 31, 2020, to May 31, 2020, will remain valid until June 1, 2020.  

    Public Health Emergency Renewed by Minister Thom

    Minister of Health and Social Services Diane Thom extended the territory-wide Public Health Emergency on April 1, which was first declared 14 days prior under the Northwest Territories Public Health Act.

    This extension is due to the continued need for response to the COVID-19 global pandemic to protect public health in the Northwest Territories.

    The Public Health Emergency was extended upon the recommendation of Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Kami Kandola.

    Income Assistance and Seniors Benefits Changes

    The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT)recently made the announcement on the second wave of financial relief measures being put in place in response to COVID-19.

    If you or a loved one has been affected by employment changes or need extra help during this rapidly changing time; the department of Education, Culture and Employment (ECE) has made changes to the Income Assistance and Seniors Benefits programs to help residents and their families. 

    Wonder If You Should Call To Get Tested? Take This Online Self-Assessment For COVID-19 In The Northwest Territories

    The GNWT’s online self-assessment tool for COVID-19 for residents has been completed nearly 2500 times after launching just days ago.

    The tool will help assess any symptoms, travel history, and other variables to help you know what you should do to protect yourself and your community. You can complete it for yourself, or you can complete it for someone else. The tool collects no personal information.

    Northwest Territories Boundary Closure Exceptions for Smith’s Landing and Fort Fitzgerald

    There have been many questions about the residents of northern Alberta communities who rely on Fort Smith for essential services.

    Access to Essential Services Maintained

    Smith’s Landing and Fort Fitzgerald residents are restricted from entering the NWT except to receive the following essential services in Fort Smith:

    Chief Public Health Officer Orders Travel Restrictions and Self-Isolation for those entering NWT

    Effective immediately, NWT Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Kami Kandola has ordered all travel into the Northwest Territories prohibited with limited exceptions to combat COVID-19 in the territory.

     

    This order is made under the NWT’s Public Health Act, using the additional powers granted to the Chief Public Health Officer during a Public Health Emergency.

     

    Premier, Minister of Health Speak About COVID-19 in the Legislative Assembly

    Today, Premier Caroline Cochrane and Minister of Health and Social Services, Diane Thom, made statements in the Legislative Assembly outlining the status and proactive approach the Government of the Northwest Territories is taking to protect all residents of the NWT. Both statements can be read online at: ·        Premier Caroline Cochrane, COVID-10 Preparedness: https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/caroline-cochrane-covid-19-preparedness

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