Recreation

Statement from Council
Incident Involving Mayor Bell at Local Grocery Store
April 29, 2022 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

On Friday, April 22, 2022, Mayor Bell was involved in an incident at a local grocery store. Immediately proceeding the incident, the Mayor recounted the event on to the public on his personal social media channels. The Mayor shared that he was physically assaulted and reacted in defense of wellbeing.

Statement from Mayor Bell

Public Service Announcement
Taxi Rate Increase Effective Sunday May 1, 2022
April 29, 2022 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City of Iqaluit would like to remind residents that the new taxi rate of $8.75 goes into effect on Sunday May 1, 2022.

This rate increase is in accordance with Taxi By-law Amendment No. 926.

Further information can be found on the City of Iqaluit website.

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Public Service Announcement

Hot Spot at Landfill – Update

April 29, 2022 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City is working with local contractors to bring materials on site, to aid with suppression of the hot spot.

The landfill will remain closed this morning. An update regarding re-opening will be provided once available.

The road to the deep sea port will remain closed for public safety. An update regarding re-opening will be provided once available.

Public Service Announcement
Hot Spot at Landfill – Update
April 28, 2022 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The Iqaluit Fire Department crews responded to a hotspot in the landfill around 9:30 PM on Wednesday, April 27th.

A small 15ft x 15ft hot spot was confirmed. The Iqaluit Fire Department and Public Works crews mobilized hoses and water trucks while an excavator mobilized to expose the hotspot area.

Crews worked through the night and are continuing to work to open up and isolate the area.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

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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