Arviat Eases Corona Restrictions

Published at: Mar 11 2021 - 08:13 / Updated at: Mar 11 2021 - 08:13

Businesses, government offices and daycares will be allowed to reopen in Arviat on Wednesday, as restrictions begin to ease in the territory’s COVID-19 epicentre, according to Nunatsiaq News. Dr. Michael Patterson, Nunavut’s Chief Public Health Officer, announced on Tuesday that the community’s schools will reopen at a Stage 3 level.

Outdoor gatherings will be allowed for up to 25 people, and indoor gatherings will be restricted to five people, excluding those living in the same household. Masks remain mandatory for anyone outside their homes, and travel to and from Arviat is still restricted.

“The impact of COVID-19 on the health of Arviat is much different than it was in November, December,” Patterson said at a news conference. “It makes sense to ease measures a little bit in recognition of the change in impact.”