The Nunatsiavut Government is recommending that Beneficiaries in the Labrador Inuit Settlement Area refrain from harvesting migratory birds after May 30, 2021.

Based on previous discussions with experienced hunters in our communities, the Nunatsiavut Government is recommending that the Spring Harvest be kept to a minimum.

The NG recommends that hunters should exercise good conservation practices and not exceed four (4) Canada geese and eight (8) freshwater ducks and divers per household.

Please keep in mind that this is the mating season of migratory birds and birds should be harvested accordingly.

Harvesting of Harlequin Duck (Lords and Ladies) is prohibited.

If you require additional information, please contact your local Nunatsiavut Government Conservation Officer. Conservation Officers will be monitoring the harvest of migratory birds.

Vale Newfoundland and Labrador has issued a shipping notice to the public on Saturday, May 1st, 2021.

Please note that all ship track markers have been removed from the ships track.

The only safe crossing points currently are the pontoon bridges at Taktok and Tabor Island.

Extreme caution should be exercised around the ships track.

Further shipping information will be available at 1-877-922-7447, and the Vale shipping information number is 709-922-4437.

You can also visit the Vale web site at www.vale.com/canada.

The Labrador Aboriginal Training Partnership had to postpone their programs.

Keith Jacque is the Executive Director for LATP.

He says due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the programs are postponed until further notice.

He adds that he is still accepting resumes for anyone interested in the programs later in the future.

Stay tuned to our AtjiKangitut Show to hear more on the LATP Program.

Today (Friday, April 30), Newfoundland and Labrador has eight new confirmed cases of COVID-19.

The first new confirmed case is a male in the Eastern Health region between 20-39 years of age. The case is related to travel within Canada.

The second new confirmed case is a male in the Eastern Health region between 20-39 years of age. The case is related to travel within Canada.

The third new confirmed case is a male in the Eastern Health region between 20-39 years of age. The case is related to travel within Canada.

The fourth new confirmed case is a male in the Central Health region between 20-39 years of age. The case is related to travel within Canada.

The fifth new confirmed case is a male in the Central Health region between 40-49 years of age. The case is related to travel within Canada.

The sixth new confirmed case is a male in the Central Health region between 50-59 years of age. The case is related to travel within Canada.

The seventh new confirmed case is a male in the Western Health region between 20-39 years of age. The case is related to travel within Canada.

The eighth new confirmed case is a male in the Western Health region between 40-49 years of age. The case is under investigation.

Contact tracing by Public Health officials is underway. Anyone considered a close contact has been advised to quarantine.

There are two new recoveries in the Eastern Health region and 1,033 people have recovered. There are two people in hospital due to COVID-19.

There are 33 active cases of COVID-19 in the province. The regional breakdown of the 33 active cases is as follows:

· Eastern Health – 14
· Central Health – 6
· Labrador-Grenfell Health – 0
· Western Health – 13

While we understand the increase in cases is concerning, it is not unexpected given the epidemiology elsewhere in the country. We are seeing increased travel into the province recently and encourage those traveling to the province to make themselves aware of the public health guidelines and follow the appropriate isolation protocols. We want to assure the public that the recent cases are isolating and there is no concern of community spread at this time. We ask that everyone, including those traveling into the province, continue following the public health guidance.

To date, 133,113 people have been tested. People can check their COVID-19 test results online here.

There are three new presumptive positive cases in the province. One of the presumptive positive cases is in hospital. Contact tracing by Public Health officials is underway. Anyone considered a close contact has been advised to quarantine.

Presumptive positive cases are not added to the province’s total active case count or hospitalizations until they are confirmed positive by the laboratory. It may take several days for confirmatory testing to be completed.

Once presumptive positive cases are confirmed positive, they are reported in public updates as new confirmed cases.

Presumptive positive cases are treated the same way as confirmed positive cases. These individuals are advised to self-isolate. Anyone considered a close contact is advised to quarantine. Public Health starts contact tracing for these cases.

The Town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay Municipal Enforcement Department is reminding residents that the use of bicycle helmets has been mandatory in all communities within the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador since April 1, 2015.

The fines for not wearing a bicycle helmet can range from $25 to $180, and if a child that is 16 years of age or under is caught not wearing a helmet by an enforcement officer, the parent of that child will be required to pay the fine.

We also remind parents and guardians to discuss the importance of bicycle safety with children, especially on highways and municipal roads.

As we see more children and adults out and about on their bicycles, motorists should proceed with caution in neighborhoods and watch for children riding their bikes. At the same time, it is vital that children watch for vehicles and not block roadways.

RCMP says the human remains found inside an abandoned burned-out vehicle in Natuashish on Friday, April 23, have been identified.

Police say the person’s family has been information, and the cause of death has been deemed to be accidental.

RCMP are offering their condolences to the family and the community at large.

The Department of Language, Culture and Tourism with the Nunatsiavut Government will be giving away an iPhone SE.

For every person who does an Inuktitut recording for the IlinniaKatigennik Contest will have their name put into a draw until May 14, 2021.

Any recordings are done over the phone due to COVID-19 restrictions and will be aired on OKâlaKatiget Society.

You will be compensated for your time for $50 for adults and promo for children.

Please note that it must be your own Inuktitut story to get the $50, and if you are reading someone else’s story or reading a book you will get $25.

This is for anyone along the North Coast and in the Canadian constituency.

For more information, you can contact Robyn Martin at (709) 922-2051 or email her at robyn.martin@nunatsiavut.com

Torngat Secretariat has been busy with a recent study on the caribou and other projects on the go.

Jamie Snook is the Executive Director.

He says there were a lot of partners involved in the caribou survey and is happy that pulled through.

Snook added due to COVID-19, there has been some challenges for their projects and staff, including the weather and the early spring.

Click here to hear Snook give you more details on their work.

Today (Thursday, April 29), Newfoundland and Labrador has two new confirmed cases of COVID-19.

The first new confirmed case is a male in the Eastern Health region between 20-39 years of age. The case is related to international travel.

The second new confirmed case is a male in the Eastern Health region between 40-49 years of age. The case is related to travel within Canada.

Contact tracing by Public Health officials is underway. Anyone considered a close contact has been advised to quarantine.

There are two new recoveries in the Eastern Health region and 1,031 people have recovered. There are two people in hospital due to COVID-19.

There are 27 active cases of COVID-19 in the province. The regional breakdown of the 27 active cases is as follows:

· Eastern Health – 13
· Central Health – 3
· Labrador-Grenfell Health – 0
· Western Health – 11

To date, 132,822 people have been tested.

There are no new presumptive positive cases.

This year marks the 16th Annual George Lane Memorial Dart Tournament in Hopedale.

Jill Nitsman is one of the coordinators for the tournament.

The George Lane Memorial Dart Tournament is set to begin May 14 and 15 weekend, located at the Nanuk Center.

Nitsman adds so far there are 5 teams registered for this tournament.

Teams will consist of 2 males and 2 females.

The registration fee per team is $80. You can e-mail transfer to nitsmanjill@tahoo.ca, and they are also accepting cash.

The prizes this year for 1st place is $2000, 2nd place is a $1000, and for the 3rd prized winners is $500.