N.W.T. reports 37 new COVID-19 cases
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The N.W.T. Office of the Chief Public Health Officer (OCHO) reported 37 new cases of COVID-19 in the territory Friday.
The territorial case count now stands at 257, an increase of two since Thursday.
The majority of cases continues to be in Yellowknife, Dettah and Ndilǫ, where 160 cases are being reported, the same amount as Thursday.
A 10-day circuit breaker for the area takes effect Saturday during which indoor gatherings, including at all non-essential businesses and organizations, will be limited to 10 people.
The public health measure was ordered by N.W.T. Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Kami Kandola to help contain the current COVID-19 outbreak.
Earlier Friday, the N.W.T. government announced a funding support program for businesses affected by this and other public health measures. Businesses "that have experienced operating deficits since the outbreaks in early August," can apply to receive up to $5,000 to cover ongoing operational expenses," read a government news release.
Also on Friday, the City of Yellowknife announced it was closing several city facilities during the 10-day period, including the pool, Multiplex and the Yellowknife Fieldhouse.
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