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Popes apology a necessary step for healing journey, says residential school survivor Maata Evaluardjuk-Palmer

Popes apology a necessary step for healing journey, says residential school survivor Maata Evaluardjuk-Palmer

For many, an apology is enough, its the one thing that can turn things around for many who have suffered for too long, said residential school Survivor Maata Evaluardjuk-Palmer on Pope Francis apology to residential school survivors.
GN workers encouraged to see Papal visit; given Friday afternoon off

GN workers encouraged to see Papal visit; given Friday afternoon off

Government of Nunavut (GN) workers will be getting Friday afternoon off and are being encouraged to attend Pope Francis brief visit to Iqaluit which will be taking place from 3:50 to 6:45 p.m on July 29.
Pangnirtung Health Centre will be closed for a week starting August 1

Pangnirtung Health Centre will be closed for a week starting August 1

The Pangnirtung Health Centre will be temporarily closed from August 1 to 7 while they contend with staff shortages. During which paramedics will still be available to provide on site to give emergent care for those whose lives are under threat.
Retelling a Kugaaruk traditional story; Ahiahia the Orphan

Retelling a Kugaaruk traditional story; Ahiahia the Orphan

Tale of murder in the central Arctic as told by Kugaaruk Elder

Inuit Circumpolar Council Canada holds AGM

The Inuit Circumpolar Council (ICC) Canada, has held their annual general meeting this year in the Nunavik town of Kuujjuaq during the week of July 18.

NULC accepting proposals for harm reduction programs

The Nunavut Liquor and Cannabis Commission (NULC) is now accepting proposals for its new Ujjiqsuqta Community Initiatives program, which includes three funding streams for Social Responsibility, Safe and Sober Graduation Grant and the Wellness Support Grant.
Registrations open for Summer in the Square 2022

Registrations open for Summer in the Square 2022

Vendors in Iqaluit will be able to register for tables at the citys 2022 Summer in the Square events taking place on July 23 and 30.
RCMP seize large volumes of liquor in Iqaluit, Cambridge Bay and Arviat over three days

RCMP seize large volumes of liquor in Iqaluit, Cambridge Bay and Arviat over three days

Nunavut RCMP reported liquor seizures in Iqaluit, Cambridge Bay and Arviat taking place this week with large amounts of vodka and other spirits being seized.
Federal government extends Baffinland phase two decision by 90 days

Federal government extends Baffinland phase two decision by 90 days

Minister of 窪蹋勛圖厙 Affairs Daniel Vandal has extended the timeline for making a decision on Baffinlands phase two expansion proposal by 90 days on July 11, according to a letter from the department addressed to the president of Baffinland Iron Mines, Brian Penney.
Nunavut government ratifies collective agreement with Nunavut Employees Union

Nunavut government ratifies collective agreement with Nunavut Employees Union

The Government of Nunavut (GN) has now ratified its tentative agreement with the Nunavut Employees Union (NEU) and the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) which was agreed to back in March.