Inuvik pool remains closed while engineers search for leak

Inuvik's swimming pool remains closed and there is still no estimate on when it will reopen.

鈥淲e'd like to update you on the status of our community pool. Unfortunately, the pool remains closed due to an ongoing leak issue,鈥� reads a Town of Inuvik update to its social media feed shortly after 1 p.m. on July 5.

鈥淭own staff, in conjunction with engineers from AECOM, are diligently working to pinpoint the exact location of the leak and are developing a solution to fix it as quickly as possible. We understand the inconvenience this closure may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding.鈥�

After reopening last fall, Inuvik's swimming pool was closed indefinitely on June 11 after town officials found a 鈥渟ignificant concern鈥� with the foundation.

Closed for over three years after the Covid-19 pandemic first forced its shut down and then successive technical problems kept it closed to the public, the pool finally reopened in October. Enthusiasm for its reopening has been significant, with public swims being free of charge because groups have been sponsoring the cost of admission.

Man in custody after shotgun fired at vehicles in Tuktoyaktuk

RCMP have charged a 30-year-old man after receiving a report of an active shooter in Tuktoyaktuk on July 1.

Richard Voudrach is accused of firing a shotgun at vehicles parked in a residential area.

No injuries were reported, according to RCMP.

Voudrach has been charged with reckless discharge of a firearm, careless use of a firearm, weapons possession contrary to order and two counts of mischief over $5,000.

鈥淰oudrach appeared before a justice of the peace and was remanded into custody to appear in court at a later date,鈥� according to the police.

Aklavik on emergency services only due to nurse shortage

Residents of Aklavik are advised that the Suzy Husky Health Centre is on emergency services only until at least July 29.

A notice was distributed throughout the community on July 11. The shortage has been in place since July 6.

鈥淭his reduction of services was caused by decreased staffing due to the reduction of available nurses in the community,鈥� reads the notice. 鈥淲e are asking the residents if you are not feeling well and need medical advice, we are encouraging you to call 811. A registered nurse will speak to you about your concerns. The call is confidential, you can ask to remain anonymous, and the service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

鈥淥nce the 811 registered nurse has consulted with you, they may advise you to call the nurse on call at the health centre.鈥�

Residents with questions or concerns are being told to reach out to their pharmacists for answers. To reach the I.D.A. pharmacy in Inuvik, call 1-866-239-1110 or to reach the Northmart pharmacy 1-866-856-9865 鈥� both lines are toll free.