This week I couldn’t do every activity I had planned. I was able to go to the NWT Diamond centre. There, I discovered the diamond mining industry in Yellowknife, which is young with the first mine opening in 2008. It also explained the process of mining, polishing, and cutting the diamonds. They even sell diamond jewellery, but it is very expensive. Unfortunately, I could not book a workshop at Old Town Glasswork because they required at least two people for the activity to take place and I was alone. But I still went and bought a glass as a souvenir.
Samples of rock that may contain diamonds
One of the mine sites
It has been brought to my attention that I haven’t talked much about my volunteering work. On a typical day, I clean kennels, walk dogs, and prepare their meals. Cleaning is very important since some diseases like Parvo are deadly for dogs and spread through poop. So, I am a bit like Cinderella at the beginning of the movie and cleaning behind my stepsisters; the dogs. Another important task is to walk dogs so they can spend their energy and stay mentally healthy. Lately, the shelter has been a bit less crowded, but there are still many dogs in foster care and at the SPCA.
Dori, a Malamute puppy
Uno, a playful kitten
Charles, a talkative cat
During my hiking of the week, I saw the snow melting. With the removal of the snow, I discovered new landscapes I have never seen before. But that also meant that all the ice roads are closing, leading some communities to be more isolated.
Ice roads closing
View on the Great Slave Lake
I can’t believe I have only a week left. For my last week, I will visit the Bristol monument and hike Tin Can Hill, maybe even adopt one of my furry friends at the SPCA. See you soon!
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