Where are Iqaluit’s 30-year-old street names?

My name is Ross McKinnon. I was the secretary-manager of the new Hamlet of Iqaluit back in 1970-71.

At that time we had a street-name project too, and the reason given for the names at that time was safety and for the easier location of houses should there be trouble.

I then went into private business with Okota-Paton and was involved in the delivery of municipal services. At that time I never had any trouble locating residences.

Now, when I talk to those who live in Iqaluit, all I hear is how much the city has grown.

We had a street map about 30 years ago, and had it been put into use then we would not be having these arguments now. While undoubtedly people care what street they live on, I presume the reason why we were trying to name the streets a long time ago is the same reason now.

Talk to the fire department and the ambulance people and see how important it is to get them named.

Thanks for the chance to write on this subject, and hello to those who remember me from the old days.

Ross McKinnon
Pender Island, B.C.