Boil Water Advisory Reminder for Gjoa Haven

Press Release

February 6, 2026

The Department of Health is reminding all residents of Gjoa Haven to continue to boil their water before consumption until further notice. This is a safety measure due to a mechanical issue at the water treatment plant.

During a boil water advisory, all water for consumption must be brought to a rolling boil for a minimum of one full minute.

It is essential that all water be boiled for the following uses:

• Drinking.
• Preparing infant formulas.
• Preparing juices and ice cubes.
• Washing fruits and vegetables.
• Cooking.
• Brushing of teeth.

Water can be boiled either in a pot or kettle on a stove or an electric kettle without an automatic shut-off. The boil water advisory is only for the uses listed above.

The Department of Health will notify the community when the boil water advisory is lifted.

Contact

Charmaine Deogracias
Manager of Communications
Department of Health
867-975-5712
cdeogracias@gov.nu.ca

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