Artist Andrea Anderson, left, takes a moment with fellow artist Yurak and Family Services Minister Margaret Nakashuk to enjoy Yurak’s art piece. The piece is one of several items that were on display in a Red Dress Day exhibit May 5 at the Aqsarniit hotel in Iqaluit. The event was organized by Qulliit Nunavut Status of Women Council. Red Dress Day is held nationally each year to recognize and spread awareness of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and gender diverse people. (Photo by David Lochead)
Igimaq Williamson Bathory and his dog Kuku win the Toonik Tyme skijor race Wednesday with a dominant lead over their opponents. Around a dozen skiers, each accompanied by a dog, took part in the race through Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park, with several dozen spectators cheering them on. Toonik Tyme events continue Thursday with an elders’ fashion show and games. The weekend schedule is also packed with more games, dogsled and snowmobile races, and other activities. Sunday is the final day for this year’s Toonik Tyme. (Photo by Jeff Pelletier)
