Administrative Amendments Made To Public Health Orders

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Yellowknife — July 16, 2020

In a continuing effort to improve and clarify the territory’s public health orders, the Chief Public Health Officer has issued previously-announced amendments to the territory’s travel restriction and self-isolation protocols.

These amendments apply to resident supply-chain workers and resident flight crews and airline employees to codify the precautions they must take during the course of their work to mitigate public health risks.

Their intent is to ensure no unnecessary interruptions to the daily lives of northerners, while ensuring public health remains protected in the territory.

These changes clarify the rules for supply-chain workers, flight crews, and airline employees living in the territory. These situations were previously handled using exceptional circumstances exemptions. This will streamline the process for workers and companies.

The amendments are in-effect as of noon today.

 

Quote

“As most experts believe a large second surge of infections is coming across Canada, now is the time to tune up our machine to ensure we have the right precautions in-place to navigate the challenges ahead. We salute workers keeping this territory moving safely as we do.”

-Diane Thom, Minister of Health and Social Services

 

Quick facts

The attached table explains the requirements for each type of worker.

 

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Media contact

Umesh Sutendra

Communications (COVID-19 Response)

Umesh_Sutendra@gov.nt.ca

 (867) 767-9052 ext. 49036

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