UPDATED August 26 to reflect extended reduced services in Yellowknife.
Please visit www.nthssa.ca/service-levels for more information on health care service levels for each region.
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August 20, 2021
August 19, 2021
August 19, 2021 - Due to the current COVID-19 outbreak situation, all Long Term Care facilities in Yellowknife, Norman Wells and Behchoko will close their facilities to visitors as per outbreak guidelines.
This includes, but is not limited to, the following:
July 20, 2021
YELLOWKNIFE (July 22, 2021) – The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority is pleased to welcome two new additions to the Family Medicine Residency Program in Yellowknife.
June 14, 2021
Please find the updated Medical Travel info for Fort Simpson below. Please ensure you are using the below information when contacting Fort Simpson Medical Travel.
June 14, 2021
Yellowknife (June 14, 2021) - On behalf of the Leadership Council of NTHSSA, I want to advise all staff about the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer. I am pleased to announce that Mrs.
June 4, 2021
NTHSSA will be delivering vaccine clinics for 12-17 year olds in Yellowknife schools on Monday, June 7 and Tuesday, June 8th. A letter has gone to parents to inform on process and consent requirements.
Attending with Your Child
May 31, 2021
Yellowknife (May 31, 2021) - The current temporary day shelter located at the Mine Rescue Building will be closing at end of day Monday, May 31. This shelter was opened to support vulnerable individuals in Yellowknife during the winter months.
May 27, 2021
UPDATE, MAY 28 - After-hours emergency number for Jean Marie River: 695-3232
Residents who are currently evacuated to Fort Providence and in need of medical care should attend the Fort Providence Health Centre.
May 26, 2021
Please be aware that the Temporary Day Shelter established under the Emergency Management Act in Yellowknife will be closing on May 31.
NTHSSA extends thanks to neighbouring businesses who have supported the program for their collaboration and care over the past year.
May 19, 2021
Please be advised that NTHSSA staff have returned to the Health Centre in Fort Simpson. The temporary nursing station running out of the Nogha Enterprises office has been closed.