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Public Service Announcement
Fire Prevention Week: Be Ready to Get Out
October 8, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

As Fire Prevention Week continues, the City of Iqaluit urges all residents to prepare and practise a home fire escape plan.

In an emergency, your first exit may be blocked by fire or smoke. That is why it's important to plan two ways out of every room in your home and ensure all household members know the escape routes.

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Water Shut Down and Precautionary Boil Water Advisory
October 07, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

Please be advised of a water shut down on Wednesday, October 08, from approximately 1:00PM to 5:00 PM to allow for necessary water infrastructure work.

Location of water interruption: 2230, 2726, 2728, 4153, 4160.

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Road Closure – Imiqtarviminiq Street
October 6, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City of Iqaluit would like to advise residents that Imiqtarviminiq Street will be closed to all traffic beginning Tuesday, October 7, 2025, to allow for essential upgrades to the water and sewer infrastructure.

This closure is expected to remain in effect until Saturday, October 26, 2025.

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Fire Prevention Week – Safety Starts with Working Alarms

October 05, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City of Iqaluit is proud to kick off Fire Prevention Week with this year’s theme: Charge Into Fire Safety — a reminder that small actions can make a big difference when it comes to preventing fires and protecting your household.

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Drive Cautiously During Wet Snow and Freezing Conditions
October 02, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City of Iqaluit reminds all residents to drive with caution as the recent wet snowfall, combined with near-freezing temperatures, is creating potentially slippery and icy road conditions.

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Community Halloween Celebrations

October 1, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City of Iqaluit Recreation Department invites all residents to join in the Halloween festivities taking place throughout the month of October.

Cinescreams! - October 10 to 12 – Astro Theatre
Enjoy a lineup of horror favourites at Astro Theatre with free movie screenings. A special family-friendly matinee featuring Halloween classics will be held on Sunday.

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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation – City Office Closure
September 26, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day to honour the strength and resilience of Inuit and all Indigenous survivors of residential schools, their families, and their communities.

The City of Iqaluit will close all municipal offices on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, in recognition of this important day.

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Water Update – Car Wash Ban Lifted
September 24, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City of Iqaluit would like to advise residents that the temporary ban on car washing is lifted, effective immediately.

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Road Access Changes Require a Permit
September 23, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City of Iqaluit would like to remind residents, community groups, and event organizers that a road closure permit is required for any event or activity that impacts access to a public roadway.

These permits help the City manage traffic flow, maintain access for emergency services, protect public safety, and ensure that essential services, such as water delivery and waste collection, can continue without interruption.

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Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off – Abe Okpik Hall in Apex – Saturday September 27, 2025
September 22, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut

The City of Iqaluit would like to remind residents of the Household Hazardous Waste drop off point open Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Abe Okpik Hall in Apex. This event provides residents an opportunity to safely dispose of their Household Hazardous Waste.