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

Public Service Announcement

Yellowknife — March 16, 2020

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 ·        Minister Diane Thom, COVID-19 Update: https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/diane-thom-covid-19-update We recognize that our residents are concerned. However, we can all take practical steps to help slow the spread of COVID-19 in our communities. The GNWT will continue to update our residents, our communities, and Indigenous government partners. The GNWT reminds all residents to check our website frequently and heed the advice of the Chief Public Health Officer and our Emergency Management Office as we work together to safeguard our friends, families and our elders. For more information on COVID-19, please refer to the following link.  https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/public-safety-notices