Makigiaqta Board of Directors Funds Community Projects

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) President Aluki Kotierk and Government of Nunavut Education Minister Paul Quassa today announced that the Makigiaqta Inuit Training Corporation’s Board of Directors approved more than $3 million in funding proposals for 12 different training initiatives.
The purpose of the training corporation is to enhance the preparedness of Nunavut Inuit for employment, whether in the public or private sector. NTI established Makigiaqta in January 2016 with funds received …

NTI: DFO’s Turbot Allocation a Step in the Right Direction

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) President Aluki Kotierk today applauded the Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) Minister Dominic LeBlanc’s decision to increase Nunavut’s turbot quota to 100 per cent in the North Atlantic Fisheries Organization (NAFO) 0A Zone and to 90 per cent in the 0B zone. The remaining 10 per cent in 0B will go to Nunavik Inuit in Quebec.
“Fishers in other Canadian jurisdictions have access to the majority of quota …

NTI President Hosts CBC Call-in Show and Open House

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) President Aluki Kotierk today announced she is hosting a Meet the President event to give Inuit the opportunity to connect with her and NTI.
Kotierk will be the guest on CBC Radio’s popular show, Tausunni on Friday, Jan. 27, 2017 from 1-3 pm (ET). Inuit are encouraged to participate in the radio show and speak to the president by calling in at 979-6151 in Iqaluit, or 1-888-896-4135 toll-free.
At the conclusion of Tausunni, …

NTI Announces 2016 Photo of the Year Contest Winners

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. President Aluki Kotierk today congratulated the 2016 Photo of the Year Contest winners.
Pudloo Pitsiulak of Kimmirut was awarded $1,000 in prize money for his photograph called Moonlight Night Scene. Pistiulak also received an enlarged copy of his photograph, and the honour of having his photograph appear as the cover of NTI’s annual report and ad template artwork.
Iqaluit’s Jomie Mike took second place with his photo Tasilik Lake …

NTI Encourages Inuit Participation in Aboriginal Peoples Survey

The Aboriginal Peoples Survey is a national survey of Inuit, First Nations and Métis people living in Canada. The survey is repeated every five years and provides valuable information on the social and economic conditions of Indigenous Peoples living in Canada. For 2017, the theme of the survey is participation in the economy. Additional information on health, language, income, housing and mobility will also be collected.
Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) helped …

Voting Day for NTI Election for President

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) Chief Returning Officer Mary Wilman announced today polls will open on voting day for the NTI Election for President on Dec. 12, 2016, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. local time.
The official candidates are: Levinia Brown, Aluki Kotierk, Joe Adla Kunuk and Cathy Towtongie.
Voters must be Canadian citizens, at least 16 years of age as of December 12, 2016, and enrolled or eligible to enroll under the …

Important Nutrition North Canada Presentation

Dr. Tracey Galloway of the University of Toronto will deliver a presentation on the Nutrition North Canada program on Thursday, Dec. 1 from 6:00-8:00 pm at the Parish Hall. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session. All members of the public are invited to attend this very important presentation. Interpretation and refreshments will be available.

Terminology Change to Use of Terms Nunavut Agreement and Inuit

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) Acting President James Eetoolook today announced NTI would use the term Nunavut Agreement when referring to the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement in all future communications. The changes were agreed upon by NTI’s Board of Directors, as well as the members of the annual general meeting in Rankin Inlet last month.
The full title of the 1993 agreement is Agreement Between the Inuit of the Nunavut Settlement …

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Chief Returning Officer Announces Official List of Candidates

Chief Returning Officer Announces Official List of Candidates
 (November 7, 2016 — Iqaluit, Nunavut)    Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. Chief Returning Officer Mary Wilman announced today the official list of candidates for the NTI Election for President to be held December 12, 2016.
The official candidates are: Levinia Brown, Aluki Kotierk, Joe Adla Kunuk and Cathy Towtongie. Candidates had until 5 pm today to withdraw their papers.
Voters must be Canadian citizens, at least …

NTI Releases Unofficial Presidential Candidates List

(November 4, 2016 — Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. Chief Returning Officer Mary Wilman announced that the nomination period for the NTI Election for President closed at 5 p.m. local time today.
Levinia Brown, Aluki Kotierk, Joe Adla Kunuk and Cathy Towtongie submitted their nomination papers for the NTI Election for President. Candidates have until Nov. 7, 2016, at 5 p.m. local time to withdraw their papers.
Eligible candidates and voters must …

NTI Voters List Deadline Approaches

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) Chief Returning Officer Mary Wilman reminded Inuit voters today that the deadline to verify information on the NTI Voters List is Friday, Oct. 28, 2016.
Inuit who are Canadian citizens, 16 years of age by Dec. 12, 2016 and enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement are included on the Voters List. If you believe you are eligible to vote, but are not on the list please contact the …

NTI Names Recipients of 2016 President’s Awards

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) President Cathy Towtongie announced the recipients of the 2016 President’s Awards during last night’s feast held as part of the annual general meeting in Rankin Inlet.
Chris Cousins of Ottawa was recognized for his hard work in pushing the Qulliq Energy Corporation to recognize its obligation to implement Article 23 of the Nunavut Agreement. Louie Kamookak of Gjoa Haven was recognized for his role in collecting the …

Nomination Period for NTI Elections for President

 Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) Chief Returning Officer Mary Wilman announced today that the nomination period for the NTI Election for President runs from Oct. 31 – Nov. 4, 2016.  Nomination forms can be obtained from the chief returning officer, community liaison officers, or from NTI’s website once the nomination period opens.
Eligible candidates must file their nomination papers with the chief returning officer no later than 5 p.m. local time, Nov. …

NTI Voters List Campaign Continues

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) Chief Returning Officer Mary Wilman said today that efforts were continuing to update NTI’s Voters List prior to the NTI Election for President on Dec. 12, 2016. Wilman said that community liaison officers were setting up tables in community grocery stores during the month of September to assist Inuit in verifying the information on the Voters List.
Inuit who are Canadian citizens, 16 years by Dec. …

State of Inuit Culture and Society Annual Report Released

(September 8, 2016 – Iqaluit, Nunavut) Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. Vice-President James Eetoolook today released the 2014/15 Annual Report on the State of Inuit Culture and Society, entitled Inuit Social and Cultural Self-determination.
The 2014/15 report offers insight into the social and historical context of Article 32 and describes why it was created during the negotiations of the Nunavut Agreement. The report recommends establishing a system to promote better understanding of the …

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. Comments to Department of Education

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Are You on the NTI Voters List?

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) today launched an enrolment campaign in order to update the NTI Voters List before the NTI Election for President on Dec. 12, 2016. Inuit who are 16 years by Dec. 12, 2016 and enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement are included on the Voters List, indicating they are eligible to vote in NTI Elections. Inuit are asked to visit the NTI website at www.tunngavik.com to check if …

Criminal Records Checks for NTI Elections

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) Chief Returning Officer Mary Wilman today said candidates considering running in the NTI Election for President on Dec. 12, 2016 should apply for their criminal records check, as required by the organization’s elections guidelines.
Candidates are required to submit an original criminal records check when they submit their nomination papers. To ensure the records check is recent, candidates must apply for it 90-days prior to the election …

NTI Announces 2016 Jose Amaujaq Kusugak Scholarship Recipients

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. President Cathy Towtongie today announced the recipients of the Jose Amaujaq Kusugak (JAK) Scholarship for 2016.  April Ollie of Arviat and Rosemary Akulujuk of Pangnirtung will each receive $5, 000 towards their studies.  Ollie is in her 4th year pursuing her degree in the Nunavut Teachers Education Program (NTEP) and Akulujuk is in her 2nd year pursuing her degree in the NTEP.  Both submitted essays in Inuktitut.
“Congratulations …

Election Commissioner (Standing Offer Agreement)

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) is seeking a qualified individual to serve as Election Commissioner for the upcoming election on December 12, 2016.
The function of the Election Commissioner is to review and investigate any complaint of violation of the election policies, and make recommendations to NTI Board of Directors as to the appropriate remedy or penalty. The Election Commissioner will work closely with the Chief Returning Officer.
In the event a complaint …

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. Welcomes New Nunavut Devolution Negotiations

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) President Cathy Towtongie today welcomed the announcement that new tripartite negotiations were beginning in order to bring about the transfer of Crown lands and resources from the federal government to Nunavut.
Towtongie’s comments followed Saturday’s announcement by Indigenous Affairs Minister Carolyn Bennett that Fred Caron would serve as the Government of Canada’s negotiator for Nunavut devolution.
NTI worked with the Government of Canada and the Government of Nunavut …

NTI Nunavut Day Photo Contest

Nunavut Day Photo Contest
Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. will conduct a photo contest for Inuit enrolled in the Nunavut Agreement on Nunavut Day, July 9. Inuit are asked to take pictures to show how they are celebrating Nunavut Day in their communities.
Entries will be accepted until midnight local time on July 9. A jury of NTI staff will pic the winning photo. The winner will win one return ticket anywhere …

Chief Returning Officer Announced for NTI Election for President

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) Vice-President James Eetoolook today announced that Mary Wilman of Ayaya Communications Ltd. would serve as the Chief Returning Officer (CRO) for the NTI Election for President, Dec. 12, 2016.
The nomination period for the election runs from Oct. 31 – Nov. 4, 2016. Eligible candidates and voters must be Canadian citizens, at least 16 years of age, and enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement. Nomination forms can be …

The Canadian Encyclopedia

The Canadian Encyclopedia is looking for a writer to expand and update their article about Nunavut. The Encyclopedia is a free, online resource of over 19,000 bilingual articles and is geared toward a general audience, and are used primarily by elementary and high school aged students. They will pay a rate of 25 cents/word, and are relatively flexible in terms of deadlines. For questions or details, please contact:
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NTI Welcomes Roll-Out of Nunavut Government Employees Survey

 Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) President Cathy Towtongie today said NTI welcomed the roll-out of the Nunavut Government Employees Survey to all Government of Nunavut (GN) and Government of Canada employees in Nunavut.
The commitment to conduct the survey was made in the Settlement Agreement that NTI signed with the GN and the federal government last year to conclude NTI’s lawsuit against the federal government for its failure to live up to …

NTI Launches Interpreter Translator Student Award

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) President Cathy Towtongie today launched the Interpreter Translator Student Award for first and second year students enrolled in Nunavut Arctic College’s Interpreter Translator Diploma Program.
The new award is based on academic merit and provides one first year student and one second year student each with $1,000. The successful recipients are chosen by program instructors.
This year’s recipients are Andrea Duffy (first year), who is participating in the …

NTI Offers Condolences to the Family of James Arvaluk

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) Acting President James Eetoolook today offered condolences to the family and friends of James Arvaluk, a former member of the Legislative Assembly of Nunavut and the Northwest Territories, and a past president of the Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami (ITK).
“I knew James Arvaluk for many years. I deeply respected his dedication to Inuit and his valuable contribution to the creation of Nunavut. In his role as ITK …

NTI Opposes Referendum Vote in May

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) President Cathy Towtongie today said that after careful consideration by the NTI Executive Committee, NTI does not support the sale of municipal lands at this time. The potential sale of municipal lands will be voted upon in a Government of Nunavut (GN) territory-wide referendum on May 9, 2016.
In accordance with the Nunavut Agreement, the referendum will ask voters whether they want the municipal council presiding over …

NTI Welcomes Roll-Out of Nunavut Government Employees Survey

. (NTI) President Cathy Towtongie today said NTI welcomed the roll-out of the Nunavut Government Employees Survey to all Government of Nunavut (GN) and Government of Canada employees in Nunavut.
The commitment to conduct the survey was made in the Settlement Agreement that NTI signed with the GN and the federal government last year to conclude NTI’s lawsuit against the federal government for its failure to live up to its obligations …

Jose Amaujaq Kusugak Scholarship Application Period Opens

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. President Cathy Towtongie announced that the Jose Amaujaq Kusugak Scholarship application period is now open. NTI will award two Inuit students each with a $5,000 scholarship to pursue studies at accredited post-secondary institutions in the areas of education and Inuit language, or in other areas if winning applicants show that there is a link between their studies and the promotion of Inuit rights.
Eligible post-secondary institutions include Nunavut …

Agenda – Board of Directors Meeting – Gjoa Haven

NTI Welcomes US-Canada Joint Statement on Climate, Energy, and Arctic Leadership

(March 11, 2016 – Iqaluit, Nunavut)               Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) President Cathy Towtongie welcomed the US-Canada Joint Statement on Climate, Energy, and Arctic Leadership, released by US President Obama and Prime Minister Trudeau yesterday.
“It is heartening to see President Obama and Prime Minister Trudeau commit themselves to an active and energetic agenda addressing climate change and other pressing environmental issues” said Towtongie.  “We recognize many of the agenda items are …

NTI and Nattivak HTO Assert Inuit Fishing Rights

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) Vice-President James Eetoolook today announced that NTI has agreed to purchase 1,000 kgs of Arctic char from the Nattivak Hunters and Trappers Organization (HTO) in Qikiqtarjuaq. The fish is being harvested from Qammartalik Cove, where there is no total allowable harvest or conservation concerns. NTI will give some of the fish away to assist with food security and will sell some of the fish to a …

NTI Launches Board of Directors Audiocast Meetings

( Iqaluit, Nunavut)  Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. President Cathy Towtongie today announced that live proceedings of NTI Board of Directors meetings will now be aired via live audiocast from NTI’s website.
The new service is in a public test phase this year. It begins next week for interested listeners who are unable to attend the NTI Board meeting in person in Gjoa Haven, Mar. 15-17, 2016.
When the meeting begins, the live audiocast …

MHCC: Share Your Mental Wellness Story

We’re looking for Inuit stories to inspire hope on the journey to mental wellness.
The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC), in partnership with Inuit Tapirit Kanatami, is looking for a short video submission on your journey. Videos will be selected for use in the MentalHealth First Aid-Inuit training and other mental wellness initiatives.
Atii, we want to know how you maintain your mental wellness.
If you are interested in submitting, please contact …

Call For Nominations – Inuit Heritage Trust

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NS launches fundraising drive for student residence

Ottawa, January 25, 2016 –  The Nunavut Sivuniksavut (NS) college program in Ottawa is embarking on another big step in its ongoing development. This time the goal is to raise $2 Million to develop a residence for students who attend the program.
For 31 years, NS has rented and furnished private apartments throughout Ottawa for its 1st Year students. Thanks to the generous support of NTI, regional Inuit associations and the …

Nunavut Inuit Training Corporation Now Operational

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) and the Government of Nunavut (GN) today announced that the new training corporation conducted its inaugural meetings in Iqaluit this week.
To operate under the name Makigiaqta Inuit Training Corporation (legal registration pending), the training corporation was established by NTI based on the Settlement Agreement that NTI, the Government of Canada and the GN signed on May 4, 2015 to settle the 2006 implementation lawsuit. The purpose …

NTI Announces 2015 Photo of the Year Contest Winners

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. President Cathy Towtongie today offered congratulations to the winner of the 2015 Photo of the Year Contest. Esau Tatatoapik of Arctic Bay took first place for his photograph of Arctic Bay at night. Aimo Paniloo of Clyde River placed second with his photograph of northern lights at low tide, and Kimmirut resident Pudloo Pitsiulak placed third with his photograph of hunters cutting up a seal in the …

NTI President Mourns Lucassie Ivalu

Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) President Cathy Towtongie today expressed her sincere condolences to Lucassie Ivalu’s family following his passing over the weekend.
Ivalu was a respected Elder from Iglulik and served as president of the Baffin Regional Inuit Association in the 1980s. During that time, he played a pivotal role in political movement that led to the signing of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement and the eventual formation of Nunavut. Ivalu …

Atuqtuarvik Corporation Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary

Deadline Approaches for Photo of the Year Contest

Inuit still have time to enter Nunavut Tunngavik Inc.’s 2015 Photo of the Year Contest. Entries for the month of December will be accepted until Dec. 31 at midnight. The top three photographs of December will be entered into the Photo of the Year Contest.
On Jan. 4, an NTI jury will review all Photo of the Month winners and select the top three photographs of the year. The winning …

Harvest Plan Approved for Pond Inlet

December 4, 2015 (Iqaluit, Nunavut)
 
The Nunavut Wildlife Management Board (NWMB) confirmed yesterday that a group of narwhal are trapped in the ice outside the community of Pond Inlet. The whales have no prospect for escape and will not survive. It is not yet known how many whales are trapped in the ice. The entrapment occurred naturally during ice formation.
 
The Mittimatalik Hunters and Trappers Organization (HTO) has developed a harvesting plan …