Total active COVID-19 cases
|
Number/Amount |
Location (Region) |
Confirmed/Probable |
Related Exposure Risks |
NWT Resident |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
48 |
Yellowknife |
Confirmed |
Yes |
Yes |
|
3 |
Yellowknife |
Probable |
Yes |
Yes |
|
2 |
Ekati Mine |
Confirmed |
No |
No |
|
2 |
Imperial Oil |
Confirmed |
No |
No |
|
Further Details: None at this time |
||||
|
Hospitalizations |
|---|
|
0 |
N.J. MacPherson Outbreak
As of May 1, 2021
|
Total Tests Done |
Percent positivity |
B.1.1.7 (UK Variant) Confirmed |
|---|---|---|
|
1269 |
3.8% |
20 swabs positive |
|
Further Details
|
||
Public Exposure Notifications
As of May 7, 2021
Updated throughout the day here: https://www.gov.nt.ca/covid-19/en/services/public-exposure-notifications
Please pay close attention to the required actions if you or any of your household members were at the following locations during the following times.
|
Contacts |
Individuals at these locations are considered contacts of someone who has COVID-19. Contacts and members of their households must isolate immediately for 14 days.
|
|
Potential Contacts |
Individuals at these locations are considered potential contacts of someone who has COVID-19. These individuals do not need to self-isolate but should be extra vigilant in their self-monitoring.
|
|
Not considered contacts |
Based on testing results, the OCPHO has been able to calculate probability rates of exposure at the following locations. It has calculated a low enough probably that isolation or self-monitoring in relation to these locations is no longer necessary. |
Highlights show NEW as of May 7, 2021.
| Exposure Location | Date(s)/Time range(s) | Required Action(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Bella Dance- Waiting Area | May 1 (9:45 – 10:45 a.m.) |
Contact: Isolate immediately as a contact of COVID-19 for 14 days and arrange testing. |
| Stanley Boxing & Fitness – Youth Boxing only |
May 1 (9 :00 – 10:00 a.m.) |
Contact: Isolate immediately as a contact of COVID-19 for 14 days and arrange testing. |
| DND Multiplex Gym - Birthday party |
May 1 (1:00 – 3:00 p.m.) |
Contact: Isolate immediately as a contact of COVID-19 for 14 days and arrange testing. |
| My World |
May 1 (9:00 - 10:00 a.m.) |
Contact: solate immediately as a contact of COVID-19 for 14 days and arrange testing. |
| Bella Dance Academy – Ballet class |
May 1 (10:45 - 11:45 a.m.) |
Contact: Isolate immediately as a contact of COVID-19 for 14 days and arrange testing. |
| Independent- Old Airport Road |
May 1 (11:00 - 11:30 a.m.) |
Potential Contact: Self-monitor and get tested if symptomatic. No need to isolate. |
| Sutherlands |
May 1 (11:20 - 11:45 a.m.) |
Not considered Contacts: No longer an exposure site |
| Tundra Transfer |
May 1 (12:00 - 12:15 p.m.) |
Potential Contact: Self-monitor and get tested if symptomatic. No need to isolate. |
| Soccer Tournament (SpringKickOffYK) – All players, coaches and referees. |
April 30 & May 1 (any time) |
Contact: Isolate immediately as a contact of COVID-19 for 14 days and arrange testing. |
| Sir John Franklin - Grade 10 (affected classes only) | April 30 | Contact: Affected classes indicated as contacts to isolate 14 days and arrange testing. |
| Canadian Tire | April 30 | Potential Contact: Self-monitor and get tested if symptomatic. No need to isolate. |
| Independent- Old Airport Road |
April 30 (4:00 a.m.– 2:45 p.m.) |
Potential Contact: Self-monitor and get tested if symptomatic. No need to isolate. |
| Luluz |
April 30 (10:00 - 10:30 a.m.) |
Potential Contact: Self-monitor and get tested if symptomatic. No need to isolate. |
| Route B City Bus |
April 30 (11:20 a.m.) |
Potential Contact: Self-monitor and get tested if symptomatic. No need to isolate. |
| Bullocks Restaurant |
April 30 (1:00-2:45 p.m.) |
Contact: Isolate immediately as a contact of COVID-19 for 14 days and arrange testing. |
| Express city bus from St. Pats |
April 30 (3:30 p.m.) |
Potential Contact: Self-monitor and get tested if symptomatic. No need to isolate. |
| Overlander |
April 30 (4:48 - 5:21 p.m.) |
Not considered Contacts: No longer an exposure site |
| Sushi North |
April 30 (6:00 -6:30 p.m.) |
Potential Contact: Self-monitor and get tested if symptomatic. No need to isolate. |
| My World - Birthday party |
April 30 (6:00 – 8:00 p.m.) |
Contact: Isolate immediately as a contact of COVID-19 for 14 days and arrange testing. |
| Bruno’s Pizza & Donair |
April 29 (3:30-4:00 p.m.) |
Potential Contact: Self-monitor and get tested if symptomatic. No need to isolate. |
| Walmart |
April 29 - May 1 (several times) |
Potential Contact: Self-monitor and get tested if symptomatic. No need to isolate. |
| FirstGroup School Bus #12 |
April 29 & 30 (a.m. & p.m.) |
Contact: Isolate immediately as a contact of COVID-19 for 14 days and arrange testing. |
| NUP Choir Class |
April 29 (5:00 – 6:45 p.m.) |
Not considered Contacts: No longer an exposure site |
| Fatburger |
April 29 (5:30 - 6:45 p.m.) |
Not considered Contacts: No longer an exposure site |
| Quiznos Old Airport Road |
April 29 (6:15 – 7:15 pm) |
Potential Contact: Self-monitor and get tested if symptomatic. No need to isolate. |
| Bella Dance Academy – Tap Class |
April 29 (7 :00 – 8 :00 p.m.) |
Not considered Contacts: No longer an exposure site |
| Bella Dance Academy – Musical Theatre |
April 29 (6:00 – 7:15) |
Contact: Isolate immediately as a contact of COVID-19 for 14 days and arrange testing. |
| Book Cellar |
April 28 (3:30 - 4:00 p.m.) |
Potential Contact: Self-monitor and get tested if symptomatic. No need to isolate. |
| Bella Dance Academy – Jazz class |
April 28 (5:30 - 6:15 p.m.) |
Contact: Isolate immediately as a contact of COVID-19 for 14 days and arrange testing. |
|
Ecole St. Joseph School - Grade 6 |
April 28 - 30 | Not considered Contacts: No longer an exposure site |
| FirstGroup School Bus #8 |
April 28, 29 & 30 (a.m. & p.m.) |
Contact: Isolate immediately as a contact of COVID-19 for 14 days and arrange testing. |
| FirstGroup School Bus #11 |
April 28 - 30 (a.m. & p.m.) |
Contact: Isolate immediately as a contact of COVID-19 for 14 days and arrange testing. |
| FirstGroup School Bus # 6 |
April 28 & 29 (a.m. & p.m.) |
Contact: Isolate immediately as a contact of COVID-19 for 14 days and arrange testing. |
| FirstGroup School Bus #2 |
April 26 - 29 (a.m. & p.m.) |
Contact: Isolate immediately as a contact of COVID-19 for 14 days and arrange testing. |
|
NJ Macpherson School (all classes) |
April 26 – 30 Regular school hours |
Contact: Isolate immediately as a contact of COVID-19 for 14 days and arrange testing. |
| NJ Macpherson School - YWCA After school program |
April 26 – 30 (inclusive) |
Contact: Isolate immediately as a contact of COVID-19 for 14 days and arrange testing. |
| NJ Macpherson School - Montessori CASA & Montessori After school program | April 26 - 30 | Contact: Isolate immediately as a contact of COVID-19 for 14 days and arrange testing. |
Actions
|
Restriction Changes |
Who it affects |
Where it takes place |
When it takes place |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Mandatory masking |
Yellowknife, Dettah and Ndilǫ residents
|
Yellowknife Dettah Ndilǫ |
May 2, 2021 |
|
Mandatory masking |
Behchokǫ̀ residents |
Behchokǫ̀ |
May 3, 2021 |
|
School closures |
Yellowknife, Dettah and Ndilǫ, and residents,
|
Yellowknife Dettah Ndilǫ |
May 2, 2021 |
|
School closures |
Behchokǫ̀ Residents |
Behchokǫ̀ |
May 3, 2021 |
|
Further Details: The written Order reflecting the oral orders made on May 1, 2 and 3, 2021 and other directions of the CPHO related to public health restrictions in Yellowknife, Ndilǫ, Dettah and Behchokǫ̀ are available at https://www.gov.nt.ca/covid-19/sites/covid/files/resources/public-health-order-yellowknife-ndilo-dettah-behchoko-covid-19-restrictions-2021-05-05_0.pdf |
|||
Recommendations
- Non-essential travel in and out of Yellowknife, Dettah, Ndilǫ, and Behchokǫ̀ should be suspended/deferred until further notice. Please continue to attend all necessary medical appointments.
- Remote work is highly encouraged for any employees who are able at this time.
Testing
Our goal right now is to test the contacts most likely to be exposed to COVID-19 at this time. Thank you for your patience.
- Any students and staff in attendance at N.J. Macpherson School between April 26 and 30.
- Anyone present at Public Exposure Risk locations identified as contacts.
- Anyone present at Public Exposure Risk locations identified as potential contacts, only if symptomatic.
- For more information: https://www.nthssa.ca/en/covid-testing
Attribution
All commentary is attributable to Dr. Kami Kandola, Chief Public Health Officer for the Northwest Territories.