Recreation

Public Service Announcement

Halloween Traffic Changes
October 29, 2020 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City of Iqaluit would like to remind residents to please use extra caution when travelling this Halloween night on Saturday, October 31st, 2020.

To help keep children safe while they are out trick or treating, please note the following Halloween traffic pattern changes from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.:

Public Service Announcement

COVID-19 City Update – Reminder for Safety Procedures at Recreational Facilities
October 28, 2020 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City would like to remind residents of the new safety procedures in place at the arenas, fitness centre, and swimming pool. The health regulations outlined below and are accompanied by signage in and around the facilities. Please help the City continue to keep programs running by taking this collective responsibility to prevent the spread of Covid-19.
 

Volunteer Appreciation Awards Call for Nominations

This year's Volunteer Appreciation Awards are being held on Wednesday, November18th, 2020.

If you know of a person that deserves recognition for their contribution to the community, we would love to hear from you! Nomination forms can be found online here: https://www.iqaluit.ca/sites/default/files/volunteer_awards_nomination_f...

Road Closure in Lower Iqaluit

Residents are advised of construction work in Lower Iqaluit near the Cemetery on Nipisa Street, between house #120 and #121. The road closure will take place on Monday, September 28th until Monday, October 12th to allow for a replacement of the sewer line for houses 120, 121, 279, and 281.

Road signs will be in place to direct single lane traffic. Please see the attached map for details.

The City apologizes for any inconvenience and thanks you for your understanding.

The Mayor of Iqaluit Stands in Solidarity with the Sipekne’katik First Nation and Condemns the Acts of Violence against Mi’kmaq Fishers

“The City of Iqaluit stands in solidarity with the Sipekne’katik First Nation, after Mi’kmaq Chiefs declared a State of Emergency in the wake of violence, intimidation, and racism over Mi’kmaq fisheries in Nova Scotia last week. I strongly condemn the acts that non-Indigenous fishers are using to prevent Mi’kmaq fishers to practice their right to fish in Nova Scotia.

Road Closure in Core Area

Residents are advised of a road closure in the Core Area that connects Umiaq Crescent and Nipisa Street, between building #166 and #168.

The closure will take place on Friday, September 18th from 6a.m. to 3 p.m. to allow for a road repair.

The City apologizes for any inconvenience and thanks you for your understanding. 

For additional information during business hours, please contact:

LABOUR DAY HOLIDAY SCHEDULE FOR ALL CITY FACILITIES
AND TRUCKED-SERVICES  

September 5, 2020 (IQALUIT, NUNAVUT) - The City would like to advise residents that City offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2020. Truck services will also not operate on Monday, September 7, 2020.

Residents requesting water delivery on Monday may call the City’s dispatch service at 979.5650, from 8 AM to 4 PM. A service charge of $250 will be applied for emergency delivery.