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Blizzard information – (867) 979-5300On this Remembrance Day, the City of Iqaluit joins communities across the country in pausing to honour the sacrifices and service of all who have served in the Canadian Armed Forces. From historic global conflicts to modern peacekeeping missions, their dedication and bravery have ensured safety, stability, and freedom for generations.
On this National Aboriginal Veterans Day, the City of Iqaluit remembers and honours the Indigenous Peoples who have served in times of war and peace—from the War of 1812 to Afghanistan—and those who continue to serve today.
The City of Iqaluit would like to inform residents that City offices will be closed on Monday, November 11, 2024, to observe Remembrance Day.
Please note that residential water and sewer services, as well as garbage collection, will operate on their regular schedule. The Iqaluit Aquatic Centre will be open from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, and regular programming will occur at both Arctic Winter Games and Arnaitok Arenas.
The City of Iqaluit’s local Post Office recently transitioned from using P.O. Box addresses to civic addresses. As part of this update, it is essential that we have your current and accurate civic address on file.
The City of Iqaluit is pleased to provide an update on the Inuit Child First Initiative. We continue to receive applications daily and are working diligently to verify and approve them as quickly as possible. If you have not received information regarding your application, please email icfi@iqaluit.ca for assistance.
The City of Iqaluit would like to inform all registered users under the Inuit Child First Initiative that a waiting period of 5 business days will now apply before visiting their selected store. Each store will set up an account for each registered user and for each child registered under the program, ensuring individual accounts for all beneficiaries.
The City of Iqaluit would like to remind residents to use extra caution when travelling this Halloween night, Thursday, October 31, 2024.
To help ensure a safe evening for children out trick-or-treating the Iqaluit Municipal Enforcement Department and the Iqaluit Fire Department will be present in various locations throughout the city. They will provide high-visibility assistance to families, patrol the community, and offer a reassuring presence.
The City of Iqaluit is thrilled to announce the rollout of the Inuit Child First Initiative starting on November 1, 2024. This program provides crucial financial support to Inuit families with children under 18 years of age.
The City would like to inform residents that the road conditions remain very icy today. Please proceed with care and safety on the roads. Sand trucks are working to improve road conditions. Thank you for helping keep Iqaluit’s roads and residents safe.
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For additional information, please contact:
Geoff Byrne