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RCMP Investigate Possible Recording Device in Fort Smith, NWT School Girls' Changeroom

On Sunday, Nov. 1, a contractor discovered a suspected recording device in a girls' changeroom at Paul William Kaeser High School in Fort Smith during ventilation duct cleaning, prompting an RCMP investigation.
School administration was notified Monday, Nov. 2, and contacted the RCMP that day; the South Slave Divisional Education Council announced the investigation on Wednesday, Nov. 4.
Precautionary inspections of Paul William Kaeser High School and Joseph Burr Tyrrell Elementary School found no additional devices, while the Town of Fort Smith swept the Fort Smith Recreation Centre and arena with no findings.
The GNWT stated it does not know when the device was placed, whether it was operational, or if any recordings were made, while focusing on supporting affected students and families.
Students seeking support are encouraged to contact the Fort Smith Community Counselling Program at 867 872-6310, while the SSDEC will keep the school community informed throughout the active RCMP investigation.

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