OK Radio contacted most of the community freezers along the coast to see what they have to offer.

In the Nain community freezer, they have some seal meat, mattak, jumper meat, fish heads and char.

They have started a delivery system. If you would like to receive meat from the Community Freezer, you can call 922-2380 on Monday or Tuesday morning from 8:30am-12pm.

Staff will take your name and address to have meat delivered to your house on Thursday’s, weather permitting, Friday as a backup day and they ask that someone be home to receive it.

Masks must be worn if going inside.

The Hopedale community freezer has seal meat, smoked char, mattak, smelts, char and bison.

They only allow one person at a time for people to keep their distance.

There will be hand sanitizers available as well.

In Postville, they only have salmon available to offer.

And anybody wanting to drop by at the community freezer is asked to call in advance, wear a mask and hand sanitizers available.

In the Rigolet community freezer, they have red berries, crab claws, beef/pork roast to offer.

They would also like to notify the public that they will now be allowing up to 5 people at a time and to maintain social distancing.

Yesterday, Monday, August 24, Newfoundland and Labrador had no new confirmed cases of COVID-19. The province has no active cases.

265 people have recovered from the virus.

To date, 30,313 people have been tested.

The department is reminding the public about changes effective yesterday, August 24 to gatherings and mask use.

In Alert Level 2, individuals should continue to practice good infection prevention and control practices.

Daily preventative actions can help to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

For the most up-to-date information related to COVID-19, please visit www.gov.nl.ca/covid-19.

5 Wing Goose Bay would like to advise the public that a Bell CH-146 Griffon helicopter and crew from 444 Combat Support Squadron, 5 Wing Goose Bay, NL will be conducting Exercise ALPINE VIPER in areas around Nain Labrador, from 26 August – 03 September 2020, weather permitting.

Members of 444 Combat Support Squadron and a helicopter will deploy to Nain to conduct mountain flying training.

We appreciate the public’s support and understanding while we conduct this very important training designed to increase familiarity and proficiency with mountain flying operations.

The fish plant operation in Nain is going well, but the plant in Makkovik has been going at a slow pace.

That slowed down the employees working hours this summer.

Keith Watts is the General Manager of Torngat Fish Producers Cooperative.

He says some processed fish has been sent out on the Kamutik W to Goose Bay’s Head Office.

Stay tuned to AtjiKangitut today when Watts give more details on the work in the fish plants.

As of today, there are rules for in place when it comes to using public busses.

Standing loads are not permitted as capacity is limited to the number of seats available, excluding the front seat which is not available to the public.

As well, masks are mandatory for those who are not medically exempt and all passengers should exercise physical distancing.

In terms of fares on the bus, you should have the exact amount required in coin as busses will no longer accepting paper currency. When using transfers, you should show it to the driver, then throw it in the trash.

You must exit through the rear door, round trips are not permitted and if you are sick, you should not utilize public transit.

The 7 Plex units are now ready for their new tenants to move in.

Michelle Kinney is the Deputy Minister of Health and Social Development with the Nunatsiavut Government.

She says the purpose of the program/housing units would be one of the supports necessary or helpful in preventing family violence, avoiding CSSD intervention, preventing children being taken into care of CSSD or maintaining or restoring the integrity and health of the family.

The new 7 Plex unit in Nain will be available for their new home owners on September 1, 2020.

If you have any questions or require additional information, you can contact Michelle Kinney by email at michelle.kinney@nunatsiavut.com or by calling her office at 896-5306.

We will have more information about the new 7plex once it becomes available.

It’s been a slow fishery in Makkovik this year, this happened after a single snow crab boat was left fishing with its crew. But now, there are 4 turbot boats to land in their catches.

Angel Chaulk is the Office Assistant in the fish plant.

She says a total of 218, 733 lbs of snow crab were landed on August 13 after the fishery closed for the season.

Chaulk says a total of 18, 202 lbs of turbot were landed last week, which was first landing.

Another boat is expected to arrive hopefully tomorrow with its load.

She says there are 38 employees working, with 3 people working night shifts.

Yesterday, Sunday, August 23, Newfoundland and Labrador had no new confirmed cases of COVID-19. The province has no active cases.

265 people have recovered from the virus and to date, 30,140 people have been tested.

The department is reminding the public about changes effective today, Monday, August 24 to gatherings and mask use.

Indoor gatherings, organized by a recognized business or organization, are expanded to a maximum of 100 people or 50 per cent of the venue’s capacity.

Outdoor gatherings, organized by a recognized business or organization, are expanded to a maximum of 100 people.

These types of gatherings may include weddings, funerals, festivals, concerts, faith gatherings, recreational activities, and theatre performances. Physical distancing must be maintained at these events.

Organizers are required to keep a record of all people in attendance for two weeks following the event. This is in case it is needed for contact tracing.

People should also be aware that gatherings, not organized by a recognized business or organization, such as a backyard family barbeque, are still only allowed a maximum of 50 people.

Wearing a non-medical mask that covers the nose and mouth will be mandatory for people five years old and above in public indoor places.

This action is being taken to protect families and communities, vulnerable populations and schools, as people begin to move about more frequently and have more daily interaction.

In Alert Level 2, individuals should continue to practice good infection prevention and control practices.

Daily preventative actions can help to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

For the most up-to-date information related to COVID-19, please visit: www.gov.nl.ca/covid-19.

Parents are encouraged to foster positive feelings towards mask wearing.

That’s according to Dr. Betty Roderiques–Rubio a psychologist.

Masks are now mandatory in all indoor public spaces in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Dr. Roderiques-Rubio says if a parent views wearing a mask a drag, then children will develop negative feelings about wearing a mask.

She suggests instilling in children a sense of duty, kindness and consideration towards others. Wearing of masks can be turned into a fun experience by helping students express their individuality.

The Nain Inuit Community Government would like to inform our listeners that the sewer separation is now completed.

Joe Dicker is the AngajukKâk for the NICG.

He says Budgell’s are contracted to work on the water line replacement on Sandbanks Road on September 15th, 2020.

Stay tuned to today’s AtjiKangitut show to find out more details with our AngajukKâk.