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We will be adding up-to-date information to this page to help you navigate the various challenges this virus will create for our families and community. It is critical to maintain physical distancing of at least two metres (six feet) and pay special attention to hand-washing, using sanitizing cleanser, staying home and avoiding large gatherings.

If you or a family member is not feeling well please minimize all interaction with the broader community and follow this link: When to call 811 about COVID-19.

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  • Paqtnkek Facebook Page
  • Assembly of First Nations factsheets (March 29, 2020)
  • Gov’t of Canada support for families/individuals (March 25, 2020)
  • COVID-19 Related EI claims: 1-833-381-2725
  • Province of Nova Scotia COVID-19 News & Updates
  • Public Health Agency of Canada
  • Nova Scotia Health Authority
  • World Health Organization (WHO)

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Paqtnkek Crime Prevention/Intervention is partnering with Adventure & Safety Atlantic to host a paddling course for youth ages 12-30. There will be two sessions for the different age ranges with a limit of 10 participants per session. The first session will be on Wednesday July 16, 2025 from 8:30am until 4:30pm and will be for youth ages 12-17. The second session will be on Thursday July 17, 2025 from 8:30am until 4:30pm and will be for youth ages 18+. Waivers will be sent via email to participants to sign before the session begins. Lunch will be provided. Registration link:

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Paqtnkek Crime Prevention/Intervention is partnering with Adventure & Safety Atlantic to host a paddling course for youth ages 12-30. There will be two sessions for the different age ranges with a limit of 10 participants per session. The first session will be on Wednesday July 16, 2025 from 8:30am until 4:30pm and will be for youth ages 12-17. The second session will be on Thursday July 17, 2025 from 8:30am until 4:30pm and will be for youth ages 18+. Waivers will be sent via email to participants to sign before the session begins. Lunch will be provided. Registration link: 

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Paqtnkek Crime Prevention/Intervention is partnering with Adventure & Safety Atlantic to host a paddling course for youth ages 12-30. There will be two sessions for the different age ranges with a limit of 10 participants per session. The first session will be on Wednesday July 16, 2025 from 8:30am until 4:30pm and will be for youth ages 12-17. The second session will be on Thursday July 17, 2025 from 8:30am until 4:30pm and will be for youth ages 18+. Waivers will be sent via email to participants to sign before the session begins. Lunch will be provided. ... See MoreSee Less

Paqtnkek Crime Prevention/Intervention is partnering with Adventure & Safety Atlantic to host a paddling course for youth ages 12-30. There will be two sessions for the different age ranges with a limit of 10 participants per session. The first session will be on Wednesday July 16, 2025 from 8:30am until 4:30pm and will be for youth ages 12-17. The second session will be on Thursday July 17, 2025 from 8:30am until 4:30pm and will be for youth ages 18+. Waivers will be sent via email to participants to sign before the session begins. Lunch will be provided.Image attachment

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Update: The situation has been taken care of and Crews are now clear of the scene. Afton Rd is now accessible. Thank you everyone.

Paqtnkek please be aware that emergency crews are in and around Afton Rd. area responding to a smouldering hay bale. Please avoid the area to allow emergency crews to respond until further notice.e
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NOTICE:
BY THE BAY GIFT STORE is closed until further notice.
We appreciate your understanding and will provide updates as they become available.
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NOTICE:  
BY THE BAY GIFT STORE is closed until further notice.
We appreciate your understanding and will provide updates as they become available.

Join us for an informal session with the Social Team! Get to know them and learn more about how they can support social clients.

📅 Date: July 30, 2025 at the Paqtnkek Gym
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🍽️ Food and drinks provided
🎁 Gift cards to be won!
📝 Sign-up and application forms will be available on site

Everyone is welcome — drop by, ask questions, and find out how we can help!
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Join us for an informal session with the Social Team! Get to know them and learn more about how they can support social clients.

📅 Date: July 30, 2025 at the Paqtnkek Gym
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🍽️ Food and drinks provided
🎁 Gift cards to be won!
📝 Sign-up and application forms will be available on site

Everyone is welcome — drop by, ask questions, and find out how we can help!
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