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NTI Launches a Call for Proposals for the Uqausirngaq Fund to Support Inuktut Revitalization

For Immediate Release
(May 7, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) president Jeremy Tunraluk is pleased to announce the 2025–2026 Uqausirngaq Fund Call for Proposals, an Inuit led initiative funded by the Government of Canada to support the protection, reclamation, revitalization, and maintenance of Inuktut across Nunavut and beyond.
“A key priority in Inungnik Makipalliatittiniq 2025-2029, NTIs four year strategic priorities, is Inuktut for All Time – ensuring that Inuktut …

Public Notice: Qanuippitaa? Community Feast

For Immediate Release
May 1, 2025
To celebrate the conclusion of the data collection phase of the Qanuippitaa? National Inuit Health Survey, join Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated and the Qanuippitaa? team for a Community Feast & Celebration in Iqaluit, Nunavut.
The event will include a feast with door prizes, a game, and an opportunity to thank all who were involved in the success of the Qanuippitaa? survey
WHAT: Community Feast and Celebration
WHO: NTI and Qanuippitaa? …

Qanuippitaa? National Inuit Health Survey Data Collection Concludes with Celebration

For Immediate Release
(May 1, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) President Jeremy Tunraluk is pleased to share that the data collection phase of the Qanuippitaa? National Inuit Health Survey is now complete.
Qanuippitaa? was created for Inuit. With approximately 3600 surveys completed across Nunavut, the data collected will be important to understand our health, our strengths and what areas require more focus and attention in our communities. This information …

Statement: NTI Congratulates Prime Minister Mark Carney

For Immediate Release
(April 29, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) President Jeremy Tunraluk congratulates Prime Minister of Canada, the Rt. Hon. Mark Carney on his election victory.
NTI looks forward to working with your government and Nunavut’s Member of Parliament to fully implement the Nunavut Agreement, and advance NTIs four-year strategic priorities Inungnik Makipalliatittiniq 2024-2029.
Inuit self-determination is central to the future of Nunavut and to Canada’s sovereignty and …

Inuktut Education Innovation Fund: Enhancing Inuit Language and Culture Education

For Immediate Release
(April 24, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI) is pleased to announce a Call for Proposals for the Inuktut Education Innovation Fund, a program designed to advance Inuit Language and Culture education within Nunavut’s education system. This Fund provides valuable opportunities for Inuit to foster innovation and growth in the delivery of education in Inuktut.
The fund aims to support research on innovative education methods, curriculum development, …

NTF Launches Fourth Inuktuuqta! Inuktut Writing Prize

(April 3, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) NTI President, and chair of the Nunavut Tunngavik Foundation (NTF) Jeremy Tunraluk is pleased to launch the fourth iteration of the Inuktuuqta! Inuktut Writing Prize. Inuktuuqta! will award one Nunavut Inuk author a grand prize of $80,000 and supports to complete a full-length book in Inuktitut or Inuinnaqtun. Similar to previous years, four additional prizes will be awarded. NTF will work with the winning …

Partnering for a TB-free Nunavut on World TB Day

For Immediate Release
(March 24, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Today, Government of Nunavut Minister of Health John Main and Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) President Jeremy Tunraluk reaffirmed their commitment to eliminating tuberculosis (TB) in Nunavut. On World TB Day, they recognize the ongoing collaborative efforts to combat TB, reduce TB-related fear and stigma, and improve health outcomes for people and communities affected by TB across Nunavut.
This year’s World TB Day theme …

NTI Board of Directors Funds TB Elimination, Hunters Support Program and Calls for long-term Inuit Child First Initiative

For Immediate Release
(March 21, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) The Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) Board of Directors met this week and invested in tuberculosis (TB) elimination, called for long-term Inuit Child First Initiative (ICFI) funding, and provided oversight to the renewed Implementation Contract.
TB Elimination Funding
Recognizing the urgent need for action, the Board approved a $4 million contribution to the Government of Nunavut (GN) for TB clinical care. The Board also approved …

Inuit Leadership are United in Welcoming Prime Minister to Nunavut

For Immediate Release
(March 18, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Inuit leadership met with Prime Minister, the Right Honorable Mark Carney, in Iqaluit earlier today.
United in their message, the Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) Board of Directors and Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami (ITK) President Natan Obed were clear in their advocacy with the Prime Minister. As geopolitical interests focus on the Arctic region, Inuit leaders are calling for strengthened partnership between Inuit …

NTI Welcomes Government of Canada’s Announcement to Extend the Inuit Child First Initiative

For Immediate Release
(March 7, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) President Jeremy Tunraluk welcomes the announcement today by the Government of Canada to extend Inuit Child First Initiative (ICFI) for one year.
ICFI is an interim agreement by the Government of Canada to establish an initiative like Jordan’s Principle, but for Inuit. It was created to achieve substantive equality for Inuit children by ensuring children have access to the …

NTI, GN and GOC Sign Implementation Contract under Nunavut Agreement

For Immediate Release
(March 8, 2025 — Ottawa, Ontario ) Recognizing and implementing Inuit rights under the Nunavut Agreement is key to advancing economic reconciliation and renewing the Inuit-Crown relationship.
The Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree; the President of Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated, Jeremy Tunraluk; and the Premier of Nunavut, P.J. Akeeagok, signed an Implementation Contract (the Contract) under the Nunavut Agreement for …

Government of Nunavut and Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. Provide Roadmap to Securing Canada’s Arctic Sovereignty and Security

For Immediate Release
(March 4, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Premier P.J. Akeeagok and Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) President Jeremy Tunraluk stated their shared priorities for nation-building infrastructure to address Canada’s Arctic sovereignty and security needs in Nunavut.
“Nunavut stands together with other territories and provinces in opposing any threats to Canada’s sovereignty and security,” said Premier Akeeagok. “We know what’s at stake for the Canadian Arctic and Inuit Nunangat, and we …

Nunavut Fishery Regulations Working Group Releases Policy Intentions Paper

For Immediate Release
(February 28, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI) is pleased to announce the completion of the Nunavut Fishery Regulations Policy Intentions Paper, which proposes policy and management objectives for the future Nunavut Fishery Regulations (NFR).
The policy intentions paper was co-developed by the NFR working group, made up of members from Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), NTI, the Government of Nunavut, Makivvik, and the Cree Nation Government, …

Sinaa Agreement Signing

For Immediate Release

(February 27, 2025) Today, Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI) celebrates the signing of the Sinaa Agreement, an agreement between the Qikiqtani Inuit Association (QIA) and the Government of Canada. Under the Agreement, Canada is providing a $200 million investment to QIA alongside $70 million from donors, to create meaningful jobs and support a conservation economy with Inuit values, knowledge and leadership at the forefront.
Highlights of the Agreement include:
• …

NTI Releases New Strategic Priorities: Inungnik Makipalliatittiniq

For Immediate Release
(February 14, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) President Jeremy Tunraluk is pleased to release NTIs new strategic priorities Inungnik Makipalliatittiniq 2025-2029.
The strategy signifies a transformative shift in how NTI approaches the future. Inungnik Makipalliatittiniq shows urgency and passion in declaring that Inuit can no longer advocate for their rights from the sidelines. Instead, it is time for Inuit to lead boldly, act decisively, and secure …

NTI Invests in Community Facilities for Elder Care

For Immediate Release
(February 11, 2025 — Arviat, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) is investing $15M of the Indigenous Community Infrastructure Fund (ICIF) to support the renewal of Elders’ Care facilities in the territory.
NTI is focused on ensuring that an adequate number of Elder care facilities are established and maintained in Nunavut, including in the smaller communities. “To close the gap in Elders’ care, we must also maintain the capacity that …

NTI Releases the 2022-23 State of Inuit Culture and Society Annual Report on Policing in Nunavut

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(February 6, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI) President Jeremy Tunraluk released the 2022-23 Annual Report on the State of Inuit Culture and Society (SICS): Policing in Nunavut: Past, Present, and Future. The SICS report is a requirement under Article 32 of the Nunavut Agreement that must be tabled in the Nunavut Legislature and in Parliament.  
 Nunavut holds the highest rate of deaths in police custody …

NTI Board of Directors Invest in Food Security, Inuktut and Emergency Response Fund

For Immediate Release
(January 23, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) The Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) Board of Directors met in Iqaluit this week. During the two-day meeting, the board approved their 4-Year Strategic Priorities titled Inungnik Makipalliatittiniq and invest in culturally appropriate food security and Inuktut initiatives, and a Nunavut Inuit Emergency Response Fund.
Consistent with the Board’s commitment to financial transparency, the Board approved revisions to the Core Funding Model to take …

Public Notice: NTI Board of Directors Meeting

For Immediate Release
(January 15, 2025 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) The Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) Board of Directors will commence their regular meetings at the Aqsarniit Hotel and Conference Centre in Iqaluit, Nunavut on January 21-22, 2025. The board meetings are open to the public and will be available to stream in Inuktitut and English on zoom, and in Inuktitut only on NTIs Facebook Page.
WHO:           NTI Board of Directors
WHAT:         General Meeting
WHERE:       Aqsarniit …

NTI Announces Official Results for the 2024 Presidential Election

For Immediate Release
(December 10, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Today, Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) Chief Returning Officer Monica Ell-Kanayuk announced that Jeremy Tunraluk was elected as President of NTI with 34.4% of votes.
Jeremy Tunraluk will serve as President for a four-year term, until December 2028.
The NTI President is a core member of NTI Board of Directors and Executive Committee, as well as the Chairperson, Director and/or Trustee of the following entities …

Inuktuuqta! Inuktut Writing Prize Finalists

For Immediate Release
(November 27, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Foundation (NTF) Chairperson Aluki Kotierk is pleased to announce the five (5) finalists for the Inuktuuqta! Inuktut Writing Prize. The finalists are Donna Adams, Meghan Alivaktuk, Kevin Kablutsiak, Savanna Kiliktee, and Meghan Ungalaq.
On Wednesday, December 4th, the Inuktuuqta! Inuktut Writing Prize Gala will take place at the Aqsarniit Hotel and Conference Centre in Iqaluit, Nunavut where winners will be announced …

NTI Encourages Voter Participation in the 2024 Presidential Election with new incentives

For Immediate Release
(November 14, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) is holding an election for President on December 9, 2024. To encourage voter participation, NTI is running a number of incentives, which include providing $100 vouchers to all eligible voters who participate in the election, hosting an All Candidates Debate, and providing $5,000 credit to each candidate to support their travel to communities for campaigning purposes.
$100 Voucher
All eligible …

NTI Election for President 2024 – Official List of Candidates

For Immediate Release
(November 4, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) is holding an election for President on December 9, 2024. Below is the official list of candidates:
Nicole Camphaug
Andrew Nakashuk
Cathy Towtongie
Jeremy Tunraluk
The position holds a term of four (4) years. Voters have five ways to vote in NTI’s election for President: Advance Polls on December 2, 2024, Election Day on December 9, 2024, by mobile poll, proxy vote or …

NTI Election for President 2024 – Unofficial List of Candidates

For Immediate Release
(November 1, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) Chief Returning Officer, Monica Ell-Kanayuk, announced that NTI’s nomination period for the election of President closed at 5 p.m. today local time.
The following candidates submitted papers in accordance with NTI’s Election Rules and Procedures for the Election of President. Below is the unofficial list of candidates:
Nicole Camphaug
Andrew Nakashuk
Cathy Towtongie
Jeremy Tunraluk
Candidates have until Monday, November 4, 2024, at 5 …

Another Attempt by the Government of Nunavut to Avoid the Inuktut Education Discrimination Lawsuit

For Immediate Release
(October 30, 2024 — Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) is dismayed that the Government of Nunavut (GN) continues to attempt to dismiss the Inuktut Education Discrimination Lawsuit (the Lawsuit) from proceeding to trial. The GN is seeking leave to appeal the August 28, 2024 Nunavut Court of Appeal decision, which had allowed the case to proceed to trial, to the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC).
Inuit are losing …

NTI Concludes Annual General Meeting

For Immediate Release
(October 28, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) The Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI) Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held in Iqaluit, Nunavut last week. The NTI membership discussed important issues to Nunavut Inuit, and passed a number of resolutions, in the areas of Inuit Employment, Housing and Infrastructure, and Inuktut programming and services.
Resource Revenue Policy
Of the many resolutions passed at this year’s AGM, NTI membership approved updates to the …

NTI Election for President 2024

For Immediate Release
Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) will hold an election for President on December 9, 2024.
To be eligible to vote you must be an Inuk enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement and be at least 16 years old on December 9, 2024.
The nomination period will open Monday, October 28, 2024 and will close Friday, November 1, 2024.
Nomination forms for interested Candidates will be available from the Chief Returning
Officer (CRO), Monica Ell-Kanayuk, …

Public Notice: Community Feast and Celebration

For immediate release
(October 21, 2024 – Iqaluit, NU) Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI) Board of Directors and membership invite members of the community to a community feast and celebration to conclude the 2024 NTI Annual General Meeting.
The community event will take place on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at the Inukshuk High School, starting at 6:00pm. There will be country food, giveaways and prizes.
WHAT: Community Feast and Celebration
WHO: NTI Board and Membership …

NTI Election – Update on Voters List

For Immediate Release
(October 18, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) will hold an election for President on December 9, 2024.
NTI wants to make sure that all eligible voters can vote on Election Day. Eligible voters include Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement, who are 16 years or older on December 9, 2024.
Here is how to make sure you are on the Voters’ List:
• Go to NTI’s website to …

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. Supports Passage of Bill C-77 for Modern Treaty Implementation

For Immediate Release
(October 10, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated today expressed its support for the passage of Bill C-77, which received its first reading in the House of Commons today.
The Bill will create a new Agent of Parliament – a Commissioner for Modern Treaty Implementation. The Commissioners’ role will be to assess how the terms of Modern Treaties are being met – or not, as the case may …

NTI Election for President 2024

For Immediate Release
(October 7, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) will hold an election for President on December 9, 2024. The nomination period for declaring candidacy runs from October 28 to November 1, 2024. Please note the following:
• Eligible candidates for election as a member of the NTI Executive must be Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement, who are 16 years of age or older on December 9th, …

Public Notice: NTI Annual General Meeting

For Immediate Release
(October 2, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI) Board of Directors and Membership will host their Annual General Meeting in Iqaluit, Nunavut on October 22 – 24, 2024.
These meetings are open to the public. Members of the public are welcomed to attend the AGM in person, at the Cadet Hall in Iqaluit, or online via NTI’s Facebook page.
WHO: Nunavut Tunngavik Inc.
WHAT: Annual General Meeting
WHERE: Cadet Hall, …

NTI Board of Directors makes commitments in infrastructure, suicide prevention, shelters and Inuktut during meetings in Pond Inlet

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(August 30, 2024 – Pond Inlet, Nunavut) The Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) Board of Directors met in Pond Inlet this week to continue development of NTI’s strategic priority workplans, and passed resolutions to invest in infrastructure, housing and mental health, and approved the Uqausirngaq Framework.
To enable NTI and Regional Inuit Associations (RIAs) to plan and complete infrastructure projects, the board passed a resolution to allocate $100 million of …

NTI Welcomes Nunavut Court of Appeal Decision Allowing Inuktut Discrimination Lawsuit to Move Forward in Court

For Immediate Release
(August 29, 2024 — Iqaluit, Nunavut) NTI welcomes yesterday’s unanimous decision by the Nunavut Court of Appeal dismissing the Government of Nunavut’s (GN) appeal which attempted to stop the Inuktut Education Discrimination lawsuit. The court’s decision affirms the importance and necessity for Inuit to be heard in a full trial.
When students receive schooling in their own language and culture, they face fewer academic barriers and have increased opportunities …

Public Notice: Community Feast in Pond Inlet

For immediate release
(August 26, 2024 – Pond Inlet, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI) Board of Directors invite the community of Pond Inlet to join us for a Community feast and celebration, with country food, giveaways and prizes.
WHO: NTI Board of Directors
WHAT: Community Feast and Celebration
WHERE: Nassivvik High School Gymnasium
WHEN: Tuesday, August 27th at 6:00pm
Media Contact:
Ivaluarjuk Merritt
Director of Communications
Nunavut Tunngavik Inc.

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Public Notice: NTI Board of Directors Meeting

For immediate release
(August 20, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI) Board of Directors will commence their regular meeting at the Community Hall in Pond Inlet, Nunavut from August 28 – 29, 2024. The board meetings are public and will be live streamed on Facebook, in
Inuktitut at https://www.facebook.com/events/894078589308398/ and
English at https://www.facebook.com/events/1577282733190425/
WHO: Nunavut Tunngavik Inc.
WHAT: Board of Directors Meeting
WHERE: Community Hall – Pond Inlet, Nunavut
WHEN: August 28 – 29, 8:30am …

NTI Announces Winners of the Nunavut Day Snowmobile and ATV Draws

For Immediate Release
(August 12, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) President Aluki Kotierk is pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 Nunavut Day Snowmobile and All-terrain Vehicle (ATV) draws.
Nunavut Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement were automatically entered into the draw for a chance to win a 2024 Expedition Sport 900 Ace LE snowmobile, or a 2024 Outlander DPS 500CC ATV. Two winners from each community were …

Nunavut Tunngavik Foundation Now Accepting Applications for Scholarships

For Immediate Release
(July 23, 2024, Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) President Aluki Kotierk is pleased to announce a call-out for scholarship applications for the Nunavut Tunngavik Foundation (NTF). Application forms for the Skill & Employment Advancement and Post-Secondary Education Scholarships will be accepted from July 23, 2024, to August 31st, 2024, at 5:00 PM EST.
NTF has two scholarship programs:
3. Skill & Employment Advancement: $1,500 per recipient for attending a …

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. Announces Call for Cultural and Healing Program Funding Applications

For Immediate Release
(July 23, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. is pleased to announce a callout for applications for the 2024 Nunavut Tunngavik Foundation (NTF) Cultural and Healing Program.
Nunavut Inuit can apply for project funding for programs that address the harms and intergenerational effects of residential schools; traditional on-the-land programs; and for the teaching of Inuit history, culture, languages, and traditions.
Individuals and groups of Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut …

NTI Announces Snowmobile and ATV Draws For Every Nunavut Community

For Immediate Release
(July 22, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) In celebration of Nunavut Day, Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) is pleased to announce a Territory-wide Snowmobile and All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Draw for Nunavut Inuit and encourages beneficiaries to update their enrolment information to ensure they are entered correctly in the draw.
Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will have an opportunity to win a 2024 Expedition Sport 900 Ace LE snowmobile, or a …

Nunavut Day Contest Winners Announced

For Immediate Release
(July 19, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) In celebration of Nunavut Day, Nunavut Tungavik Inc. (NTI) hosted three online contests for children, youth and adults, as well as a CBC radio call-in contest for elders.
The Elders CBC Call-in Show Contest was held on July 8th and was open to all Nunavut Inuit 55 years and older. Elders were invited to call in to the CBC afternoon program Tausunni, co-hosted …

Qanuippitaa? National Inuit Health Survey has Launched in Nunavut

For Immediate Release
(July 18, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) has officially launched the Qanuippitaa? National Inuit Health Survey, having completed surveys in Pond Inlet earlier this month. Sanikiluaq, Sanirajak and Gjoa Haven will be the next communities surveyed, with Qanuippitaa? set to visit those communities in August. Inuit in each community will be chosen at random from the NTI enrolment list and asked to take part in …

NTI is Seeking Expressions of Interests from Inuit Educators to Attend National Gathering for Indigenous Education

(July 15, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) is seeking Expression of Interest from Inuit educators to attend the National Gathering for Indigenous Education, scheduled for Nov. 20-24, 2024, in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
An Inuit-centered education system is one of the foundational promises of Nunavut. A part of the Nunavut Agreement’s purpose is to recognize and affirm Inuit sovereignty, including the right to live in our language and culture. Providing …

NTI and Regional Inuit Organizations Announce the Rollout of Nunavut Inuit Post-Secondary Education Program

For Immediate Release
(July 2, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) and Regional Inuit Organizations announce the formal rollout of the Nunavut Inuit Post-Secondary Education Program (IPSEP) based on the new, jointly developed, Nunavut Inuit Post-Secondary Education Program Policy approved by the NTI Board of Directors in March 2024. Implementation of the unified policy will begin for the 2024 fall semester.
Kitikmeot Inuit Association, Kivalliq Inuit Association, and the Kakivak …

NTI Welcomes Landmark Ruling of 36 Months Sentence for Karima Manji in Identity Fraud Case

For Immediate Release
(June 27, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) welcomes Karima Manji’s 36-month sentence, to be served in federal penitentiary, for Inuit Identity fraud handed down by Justice Mia Manocchio today in the Nunavut Court of Justice.
“The court sent a strong message with Karima Manji’s sentence today, that Indigenous identity theft is a serious crime deserving of equally serious consequences,” said NTI President Aluki Kotierk. “Justice Manocchio …

NTI Anticipates Sentence In First Known Case of Inuit Identity Fraud in Nunavut

For Immediate Release
(June 24, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) provided a Victim Impact Statement to the Nunavut Court of Justice today. NTI is awaiting the sentencing of Karima Manji, expected by Thursday, June 27, 2024, in the Nunavut Court for fraudulently enrolling her non-Inuit twin daughters Amira and Nadya Gill under the Nunavut Agreement, after which they received funding and opportunities that are set up specifically for …

NTI Launches Third Inuktuuqta! Inuktut Writing Prize

For Immediate Release
(June 19, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) In advance of National Indigenous People’s Day, NTI President Aluki Kotierk is pleased to launch the third iteration of the Inuktuuqta! Inuktut Writing Prize.
Inuktuuqta! will award one Nunavut Inuit author a grand prize of $80,000 and supports to continue their writing over the year, including a residency and mentorship opportunity to develop their material into a full-length book. Four additional prizes will …

Nunavut Partnership Committee meets to endorse workplans for shared priorities

For Immediate Release
Iqaluit, Nunavut (June 17, 2024) – The Nunavut Partnership Committee (NPC) – which consists of the Executive Council of the Government of Nunavut (GN) and the Board of Directors of Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) – met June 17 to advance shared priorities.
At the meeting, the committee endorsed workplans for the shared priority areas of Child Welfare, Elders, Housing, Community Economic Development, and Training.
The committee works to fulfil the …

NTI Board Approved $1.5 Million For Inuktut Academic School Feasibility Study and held a Strategic Planning Retreat in Nuuk

For Immediate Release
(June 17, 2024 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Last week, the Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) Board of Directors met in Iqaluit, and held a strategic planning retreat in Nuuk, Greenland. Several resolutions were passed by the Board, including the approval of $1.5 million for a feasibility study for Inuktut academic schools, and a call to the Government of Canada to explore funding opportunities for Canada Post operations in Nunavut so …

NTI Welcomes Nunavut Court of Appeal Decision to Allow Education Equality Rights Lawsuit Trial Preparations to Proceed

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(May 22, 2024 — Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) is pleased with the Nunavut Court of Appeal’s decision to allow trial preparations to proceed without further delay in the lawsuit launched by two Inuit families and NTI against the Government of Nunavut (GN).
In that lawsuit NTI and the Inuit families, on behalf of all Nunavut Inuit, seek protection under section 15 of the Charter of Rights and …