Hay River Mayor Kandis Jameson

Waterfalls! Snowmobiles! A hot tub! Ice fishing! A big skiing wipeout! Take some time out. Come with Ollie on a Hay River Tourism Hay-Cation...

**FRASER PLACE PUBLIC MEETING** Public meeting will be upstairs at the Royal Canadian Legion on Wednesday, March 17 at 7pm. Due to Covid limitations there is on...ly an allowance for 50 people including Council and Administration. You will be asked to wear a mask upon entering and keep it on until at your seat. There will be a registration log to sign at the top of the stairs. Any written submissions for this public meeting should be submitted in advance to the Town. Presentation can be found on our website or by clicking below https://hayriver.com//03/Fraser-Place-Public-Presentation.

The Town of Hay River and a special guest would like to provide some information about the weather changes occurring over the next few weeks! With the temperatu...res now dropping below -25 for the next little bit, here are some important reminders when going out in the cold. -When going outside for longer periods of time, make sure to wear extra layers of clothing -Pack an extra set of gloves and a nice pair of mitts that are bulky and will block the wind (similar to Bernie’s) -Keep hydrated the best you can, including warm fluids such as hot chocolate -If you begin to develop signs of frostbite, get out of the cold and into a warm area immediately to prevent further damage -Please keep your pets warm and dry and provide them with adequate shelter if outside. As always, if you or someone else is experiencing a cold weather emergency, do not hesitate to contact the Hay River Health Centre (867-874-8050) or the Hay River Ambulance (867-874-9333) for further assistance. If you have a concern about the welfare of an animal please contact the Protective Services Specialist at 874-6522 ext. 243. We would like to wish everyone a Safe and Healthy Weekend!

Mayor Jameson lighting the Christmas tree

This morning Councillor Brian Willows delivered a moving speech at the Royal Canadian Legion Remembrance Day Service. If you did not get a chance to hear it, he was kind enough to share it here. Thank you Brian for sharing your personal stories.

June 21, 2020 National Indigenous Peoples Day Mayor and Council of the Town of Hay River would like to recognize the contributions, culture and rich history of ...our local indigenous people as the nation celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day. We are fortunate to live in such a diverse community where we work, learn, play, and develop relationships together with a common goal of community betterment. Achievements of our local indigenous people have been plentiful. However, we recognize that there are still many challenges today that we can overcome together. On this beautiful summer day, we ask that residents of the community take time to celebrate but also understand the past and current challenges our indigenous groups face. Thank you

Message from Mayor Jameson

May 6th - 9:40am The Local State of Emergency and Evacuation Order surrounding the threat of flood has been lifted for Vale Island and West Channel residents. ... Evacuees should checkout of any booked accommodations and can return home. For transportation or other assistance, please contact the Registration Centre at 1-833-699-0188. Note that water levels are still high and ice and other debris along the riverbanks present risks. Activity along the riverbanks should be avoided. Thanks everyone for their safe practices during the evacuation and assisting others where needed.

May 5th 2:45pm - Evacuation Preparedness FAQ Answers to frequently asked questions related to a flood evacuation. Feel free to ask additional questions through this thread.

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Social distancing and Self isolation These are difficult times for us all. As northerners and Canadians we aren’t always comfortable or understanding of Governm...ent rules and regulations. Especially when it seems our freedoms are being infringed on. The North has always been reflective of the spirit of the individual against the elements. I know how you feel. Maryann and I have been self-isolating except once a week for groceries and essentials for what seems like a month. We miss our family and friends, especially our grandchildren. Thank god for the outdoor trails and the amazing opportunities they provide for walks and fresh air. There is no better way to deal with the stress these times have forced upon us. I have the privilege to work via zoom with some amazing people during this time. It is important to know that your Mayor, Council, and Town staff are working tirelessly behind the scenes with the various levels of government to represent you. The CEO, leadership and every employee of the Hay River Health and Social Services Authority (HRHSSA) are working tirelessly to protect and plan for the citizens of the South Slave. Your HRHSSA are full partners in the pandemic planning and the Territorial Pandemic Response Plan. I had an opportunity to review the draft of this plan which we hope to be released next week. It is a sobering document that is designed to respond to levels of the pandemic in the North. In worst case scenarios there are difficult ethical decisions that may be required if community spread of this virus occurs. That is the important message I want to convey. We have to stay vigilant and committed with the rules around social distancing and self-isolation. It is our only defense against this virus. Our health system, and in fact no health system, is designed for this type of plague. These measures are for the collective good and more importantly to limit the strain on our health system and its employees. Please consider that at this time it is not about the individual but about the collective wellbeing of each other and the systems we have designed to protect us all. Stay healthy and safe. Brian Willows See more

Please see the attached Mayor's Message for the week of April 6th. A Mayor's Message is planned to be distributed weekly to the public in addition to other Town of Hay River COVID communication.

Councillor COVID Selfie! Councillor Chambers moved relatively recently to Hay River from the North side of the big lake after quickly realizing the South side i...s the bright side. Councillor Chambers demonstrates the ultimate respect and love for the community through her dedication to Town Council, and doing her part to ensure the health and safety of residents during the COVID outbreak. See more

Applications for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit start this Monday, April 6. If you are applying for assistance, the most efficient process begins by s...igning up through CRA’s My Account. For more information, please visit: https://www.canada.ca//s/benefits/ei/cerb-application.html

The DJSS Staff would like to share some messages with the students. <3

Councillor COVID Selfie! Councillor Willows, the most seasoned of the bunch, brings years of diverse Northern work, life, and governance experiences to the Coun...cil Chambers. Through his role as the Public Administrator for the Hay River Health and Social Services Authority, he is directly tied into the COVID-19 outbreak and is ensuring the Town is doing its best to flatten the curve for our local health services. See more

The Northwest Territories has confirmed its second case of Covid-19, a person now self-isolated at home in Inuvik and said to be "doing well." This report is being updated. Read before commenting.

Councillor COVID Selfie! With extensive Territorial and Municipal political experience, Deputy Mayor Bouchard has a broad understanding of governance and policy.... He's very well connected to the heartbeat of the community and brings the concerns to the forefront. He's not afraid to tackle the tough issues such as COVID. Every once in a while he'll crack a smile. See more

Our little PSA for the Town of Hay River...

GNWT Wave 2 Financial Support Announced $5 million to create temporary housing for the homeless to self-isolate. This includes $1.4 million for creating 36 un...its at Aspen Apartments and 25 units at the Arnica Inn. $3.6 million will be used to set up 130 units outside of Yellowknife, and for renovations. $1.5 million for aviation businesses, taxi and rental car businesses, tourism and service businesses, logistics businesses and other industrial businesses that are operating at all 27 airports in the territory. The government will also waive leases, licenses and concession fees from April 1 to end of June for those businesses at airports. $1.617 million in income assistance. The one-time emergency allowance will give increased support for recipients $500 for a single recipient, or $1,000 for households with two or more people. $270,000 in additional benefits to income assistance for clients, by excluding "gifts or unearned income" from the calculation earned until June 30. There will be non-financial support to help income assistance clients caring for families in self-isolation. Waiver of interest charges on all late tax returns between March 15 and June 30. NWT Liquor and Cannabis Commission will offer to buy back all unopened inventory from licensed stores. All seniors enrolled in the Senior Home Heating Subsidy will be automatically registered into the current year https://www.cbc.ca//nwt-government-aid-covid-19-8-2-millio

Let's help our local restaurants out during this difficult time ...while taking a break from the kitchen! Remember to ensure safe practices during the transaction.