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Public Service Announcement
Hot Spot at Landfill – Crews on Site
April 28, 2022 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

At 9:30 PM on Wednesday, April 27, a hot spot (isolated smoldering pocket) was confirmed at the City of Iqaluit landfill.

The Iqaluit Fire Department and Public Works staff responded to the hot spot with fire apparatus and water trucks. An excavator has also brought on site to assist with the situation.

An excavator has been brought on site and is currently working to expose and allow access to a significant hot spot.

Public Service Announcement
Vaccine Mandate & Mask Wearing in Municipal Buildings
April 28, 2022 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

• Proof of vaccination is no longer required for the public to enter municipal facilities.
• Wearing of a face covering (e.g. mask) is required in all public spaces, within municipal facilities, for guests ages 2 and older.

The City of Iqaluit would like to advise residents of two motions carried by the Iqaluit City Council at the City Council Meeting #11 on Tuesday, April 26th.

Public Service Announcement
Spring Ditching and Culvert Blasting Commencement
April 27, 2022 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City of Iqaluit would like to advise residents that the Public Works department has commenced spring ditching and culvert blasting.

Please be aware that snowmobile trails could become unstable at this time, therefore proceed with caution.

Additionally, please remind your children there is a possibility of water overflow in certain areas.

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Public Service Announcement
Road Closure – Lift Station One
April 27, 2022 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City of Iqaluit would like to advise residents of a road closure. Iglulik Lane, in proximity to Lift Station One, will be closed to thru-traffic for construction (map below).

The closure will be going into effect Thursday, April 28th and is expected to reopen on or around May 12, 2022. An update will be provided once the road is reopened.

Residents along this road will still be able to access their homes.

Public Service Announcement

City Services Restored

April 25, 2022 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

8:15 PM - The City of Iqaluit would like to advise residents that city services have been restored, including water delivery, waste management and garbage removal, and that normal business hours have resumed. City recreational facilities are also open.

Public Service Announcement

Roads Are Being Cleared – Please Stay off Roads until Safe to Drive

April 25, 2022 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

4:10 - The City of Iqaluit would like to advise residents that roads are now being cleared and the city is in the process of resuming limited services (water and waste removal).  Full suspension of services is still a possibility, if weather conditions deteriorate.

Public Service Announcement

Precautionary Boil Water Advisory Lifted – 172,173,174,175,176,177,179, 185A-F, 187A-F, 189A-F, and 191A-F

April 25, 2022 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City of Iqaluit advises residents that the precautionary boil water advisory is lifted for the

following location: 172,173,174,175,176,177,179, 185A-F, 187A-F, 189A-F, and 191A-F.

Public Service Announcement

City Services Suspended

April 25, 2022 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

11h50- The City of Iqaluit would like to advise residents that the city is suspending services, such as water delivery, waste management, garbage pick-up and snow removal, and closing city facilities to the public, until further notice, due to severe weather conditions.

Emergency services will be provided unless it is unsafe and/or impossible to do so; delays can be expected.

Public Service Announcement

Partial Road Closure – 1072 (Chart Room)

April 24, 2022 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City of Iqaluit would like to advise residents of a partial road closure. Akilliq Drive at building 1072 (map below) will be partially closed to thru-traffic due to a water main break needing repair.

The closure goes into effect on Sunday, April 24 at 10:00 AM. An update will be provided once the road is reopened.

Public Service Announcement
Water Shut Down and Precautionary Boil Water Advisory – 172,173,174,175,176,177,179, 185A-F, 187A-F, 189A-F, and 191A-F
April 22, 2022 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

Please be advised of a water shut down on Saturday, April 23rd, 2022 from approximately 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. to allow for necessary water infrastructure work.

Location of water interruption: 172,173,174,175,176,177,179, 185A-F, 187A-F, 189A-F, and 191A-F.

The City of Iqaluit is issuing a precautionary boil water advisory for the above addresses.