Despite the relaxation of some restrictions, NdiloSA国际影视传媒檚 chief is reminding community members that the fight against Covid-19 isnSA国际影视传媒檛 over.
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On May 15, the territorial government eased some restrictions placed on indoor and outdoor gatherings, but physical distancing measures are still required.
The move, part of the territorySA国际影视传媒檚 first phase in its recovery plan, has resulted in Ndilo residents getting out and about in the community more, especially as the weather starts to warm up, said Betsina.
SA国际影视传媒淚SA国际影视传媒檓 seeing a bit more movement amongst my people,SA国际影视传媒� he said.
By and large, community members are adhering to rules and advice outlined by both the territorySA国际影视传媒檚 chief medical health officer and the Yellowknives Dene First Nation (YKDFN) council.
If orders arenSA国际影视传媒檛 being followed by residents, an officer with the GNWT Enforcement Taskforce is called, said Betsina.
SA国际影视传媒淚f someone is noticing that people are starting to gather more in one residence, they either call myself, the chief, or we have people on duty SA国际影视传媒� especially weekends SA国际影视传媒� working security for both communities (Ndilo and Dettah),SA国际影视传媒� said Betsina.
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Betsina said educating residents about Covid-19 risks and physical distancing measures has been a SA国际影视传媒渂it of a learning curve,SA国际影视传媒� especially for Elders in the community.
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To educate and keep community members informed, YKDFN has been using radio to drive home important messages SA国际影视传媒� a strategy thatSA国际影视传媒檚 been employed in other communities, including Fort Good Hope.
Every week, Betsina and Chief Edward Sangris take turns broadcasting to both communities via CKLB.
SA国际影视传媒淲e try to inform our members to the best we can,SA国际影视传媒� said Betsina.
