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Fire Fighter Training Grounds Open Burn - June 14

Public Service Announcement

Open Burn at Firefighting Training Ground – June 14

June 13, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

 

The City of Iqaluit would like to inform residents that the Fire Department will be conducting an open burn at the firefighting training ground in the West 40 area on Friday, June 14, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Residents in the area can expect to see smoke during this time.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

 

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Youth Bike Safety Event

Public Service Announcement

Youth Bike Safety Event

June 10, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

 

The City of Iqaluit Municipal Enforcement department, in partnership with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), hosted a bike safety event for the Kindergarten and Grade 1 students of Nakasuk School on June 10, 2024.

With more than 150 students participating, officers provided essential training on how to stop, follow hand signals, and other basic bike safety skills.

Program Highlights:

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Commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of D-Day

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Commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of D-Day
June 5, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City of Iqaluit, in collaboration with the Royal Canadian Legion, is proud to honor the 80th Anniversary of D-Day on June 6, 2024.

D-Day marks a pivotal moment in World War II, representing the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought for freedom and peace. As a mark of respect and remembrance, all flags will be lowered to half-mast for the day.

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National Indigenous Peoples Day Events

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National Indigenous Peoples Day Events

June 5, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City of Iqaluit Recreation Department invites the community to celebrate National Indigenous People’s Day with organized events on Friday, June 21st, 2024.

Below is an event schedule for events, hosted by the City of Iqaluit, on Friday, June 21st, 2024:

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Call out for Organizations to Participate in the Canada Day Parade

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Call out for Organizations to Participate in the Canada Day Parade
June 5, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City would like to inform residents that the 2024 Canada Day Parade will be focusing on highlighting what resources and services are available to the community.

As such, the City of Iqaluit would like to extend an invitation to local, Inuit, and non-profit organizations, that are providing resources and/our services to the community, to participate in our Canada Day parade.

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Iqaluit City Council Calls on Government of Nunavut and RCMP to Address Public Intoxication in Iqaluit

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Iqaluit City Council Calls on Government of Nunavut and RCMP to Address Public Intoxication in Iqaluit
May 30, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

Iqaluit City Council is calling on the Government of Nunavut’s Department of Justice to provide direction to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) to address the growing issue of public intoxication in our city. Public intoxication has increasingly become a concern for the safety and well-being of all residents, and immediate action is necessary to mitigate this issue.

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Full Road Closure – William Mackenzie Lane (Apex)

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Full Road Closure – William Mackenzie Lane (Apex)

May 27, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City of Iqaluit would like to advise residents of a complete road closures (map below) affecting William Mackenzie Lane (Apex). This closure is necessary to ensure the safety of residents during the filming of scenes for the “North of North”.

There will be intermitted closure in effect from Saturday, June 1 at 7:00AM to Wednesday, June 5 at 10:00PM

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