NTI Supports Federal Seal Day on the Hill

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. President Cathy Towtongie today said that NTI is in full support of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans’ Seal Day on the Hill, scheduled to take place in Ottawa today.

The event was organized by DFO to demonstrate the federal government’s ongoing support of the country’s seal industry. Officials from across [...]

NTI Applauds Air Greenland’s Announcement Regarding Scheduled flights Between Iqaluit and Nuuk, Greenland.

(January 23, 2012 – Rankin Inlet, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. President Cathy Towtongie today applauds Air Greenland’s announcement to open scheduled flights between Nuuk, Greenland and Iqaluit.
“Inuit between the two circumpolar regions have longed the access for an air link. The announcement brought exciting news for many families across Nunavut, as there is a historical [...]

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
Iqaluit – February 22/23, 2012

The ASIST workshop is for anyone who wants to feel more comfortable, confident and competent in helping to prevent the immediate risk of suicide. Over one million people around the world have participated in this two-day, highly interactive, practical, practice-oriented workshop.
Participation in the full two days is required. Enjoy small group discussions and skills practice that are based upon adult learning principles. Experience powerful videos on suicide intervention. Feel challenged and safe. Learn suicide first aid.

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NTI Collecting Names of Former Kivalliq Hall Students

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. President Cathy Towtongie today announced that NTI is collecting names of students who lived at Kivalliq Hall while attending high school in Rankin Inlet in the 1980s.

NTI is collecting the information to help with legal action the organization is mounting to have Kivalliq Hall added to the Indian Residential Schools Settlement [...]