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 a better tomorrow for generations to come.
Inungnik Makipalliatittiniq outlines eight priority areas that NTI will work to achieve over the next four years, including:
1. Constructive and Creative Partnerships with Governments – Building pathways to meaningful collaboration with the federal and territorial governments while asserting Inuit leadership and control.
2. Nourishing Inuit with Dignity – Combating food insecurity with innovative, Inuit-led solutions.
3. Meaningful Work – Empowering Inuit through employment that is fulfilling and reflects our potential.
4. Skilled Inuit Ready to Work – Delivering education and training programs that prepare Inuit to lead in every sector.
5. Thriving Inuit Communities – Addressing the housing and infrastructure crises to build vibrant, self-sustaining communities.
6. Inuktut for All Time – Ensuring that Inuktut thrives as the cornerstone of Inuit identity.
7. Community Health, Happiness, and Wellbeing – Creating conditions where Inuit can live with self-respect, free from systemic inequities.
8. Embracing a Culture of Excellence – Inspiring each other to aim higher and achieve more.
Protecting Inuit rights under the Nunavut Agreement requires urgency and passion while working collaboratively with partners. One of the most pressing priorities is safeguarding Inuktut, the heart of our identity. NTI will ensure Inuktut is protected and revitalized. This is a moral imperative and is woven throughout our strategy’s interconnected priorities.
“We’ve inherited the legacy of Inuit who fought tirelessly for the creation of Nunavut. It is now our responsibility to ensure Inuit rights are protected, so that Inuit can thrive for generations to come” says NTI President Tunraluk.
The full text of Inungnik Makipalliatittiniq can be found: https://www.tunngavik.com/publications/inungnik-makipalliatittiniq/
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Media Contact:
Ivaluarjuk Merritt
Director of Communications
Nunavut Tunngavik Inc.
