(March 22, 2022 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) is encouraged with the sixth Government of Nunavut mandate, Katujjiluta, including in its development and priorities.
“For the first time since the creation of Nunavut 23 years ago, NTI was closely involved in developing the Government of Nunavut mandate including attending the full caucus meeting where the mandate was being discussed. Nunavut was created by Inuit through the Nunavut Agreement, a modern treaty with the Crown, and our involvement in the mandate’s development confirms a new level of transparency and willingness from this government to work with the public majority,” said Aluki Kotierk, President of NTI.
“Already, we are seeing a change in tone and willingness to work in partnership towards the vision of Nunavut. Inuit want to participate in decisions about ourselves, the continuation of our way of life and the economic, cultural and social well-being of Inuit,” said James Eetoolook, Vice-President of NTI.
Protecting Inuit rights and the full and fair implementation of the Nunavut Agreement is central to the work of NTI. NTI’s strategic priorities include making substantial progress in Inuit employment, strengthening Inuktut in all aspects of Nunavut life, to create an education system that reflects and promotes Inuit priorities and culture, raising the infrastructure standards in Nunavut up to national levels and meaningful participation by Inuit in government policy and program design and development.
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For more information:
Malaya Mikijuk
Director of Communications Trainee
Nunavut Tunngavik Inc.
Tel: 867-975-4900 Toll free: 1-888-646-0006
