Elders’ society’s proposed 42-unit building to be presented to council as next step
A rezoning bylaw that would allow Pairijiit Tigummiaqtikkut, the Iqaluit Elders’ Society, to build a new elders’ housing complex got unanimous support from the City of Iqaluit’s planning committee Tuesday.
Federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for early learning and child care in their jurisdictions met in Iqaluit Thursday
Federal Minister for Children, Families and Social Development Karina Gould, centre, stands with federal, provincial and territorial ministers most responsible for early learning and child care at the Aqsarniit Hotel and Conference Centre in Iqaluit Thursday. The ministers, who met as part of the one-day forum held in Nunavut, discussed how to strengthen the child care system across the country. The work forward involves strengthening the workforce through “improved working conditions and compensation that reflects their professional education, experience and responsibilities,” Gould, who co-chaired the meeting with Prince Edward Island’s Minister of Education and Early years and the Minister responsible for the Status of Women Natalie Jameson, said at a news conference following the meeting. (Photo by Meral Jamal)
Grinnell Place Family Wellness site scheduled to reopen July 18; people urged to contact RCMP in case of emergency
Clare’s Law could be a preventive tool, says Coun. Kimberly Smith
Mite-caused skin infestation detected July 8 at Aaqqigiarvik Correctional Healing Facility
City to pay $20,000 for Nunami Stantec to explore Unnamed Lake as possible backup pumping station
RCMP in Iqaluit kept Nunavut Day celebrations going Monday afternoon with a barbecue outside division headquarters. Officers worked the grills to serve up some cheeseburgers and hot dogs for dozens of families who lined up for lunch. The bulk of Nunavut Day celebrations took place Sunday, as the community celebrated the 30th anniversary of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement and Nunavut Act being passed by Parliament. (Photo by Jeff Pelletier)
Holiday marks 30th anniversary of Nunavut Land Claims Agreement
Bylaw officers find no impaired drivers during Canada Day check stop program
Band from Siksika First Nation rocks Alianait Arts Festival and hopes to return next year
‘People have been having a great time,’ league president says
Rapper to take part in Aajvik Jam on Monday as part of final day at festival in Iqaluit
Iqaluit celebrations include parade, concert and and chili handout by the fire department
Iqaluit-based group DANZ’AFRO performs at the opening night of the Alianait Arts Festival in Iqaluit on Thursday. The group was created in 2020 to “promote, perpetuate and popularize traditional dance from African cultures,” according to the festival website. The performers hope to encourage a healthy lifestyle in the community through dance programs and events that celebrate cultures and traditional dances from the African continent. The Alianait festival continues through Monday. (Photo by Meral Jamal)
Nunavut artist Christine Tootoo, centre, performs throat singing with Australian indie-pop rock duo This Way North, which returned to the Alianait Arts Festival in Iqaluit for the first time in five years. Playing at the opening night of Alianait on Thursday, the artists performed some of their own songs as well as covers of tunes by notable musicians like Nina Simone, a ’50s jazz, folk and R&B artist and civil rights activist in the United States. The festival continues through Monday with performances by dancers, actors and musicians as well as live plays and arts-based workshops. (Photo by Meral Jamal)
Annual arts festival to include musical performances and workshops
Nunavut Employees Union members continue their picket line in front of the Iqaluit Housing Authority office, near the airport, Tuesday. June 27 marks 100 days since 13 unionized housing workers went on strike. The strike began March 17, and two days later the workers were locked out by the housing authority. The union says it is looking for better wages and housing benefits, among other conditions. On Tuesday, NEU president Jason Rochon said the housing authority has not negotiated in good faith. “It’s been 100 days of disappointment,” he said. A housing authority spokesperson did not immediately respond for comment. (Photo by David Lochead)
Stores across Canada will soon be banned from providing single-use plastics like bags, straws to shoppers
Smoke billowed from home in the Tundra Ridge neighbourhood; no injuries reported
Firefighters aim water at a fire in a unit in the 2700s area of Iqaluit on Sunday night. (Photo by Jason Sudlovenick, special to Nunatsiaq News)
RCMP had sought public’s assistance in finding 27-year-old
Iqaluit Crown lawyer fought to have judgment voided, calling process ‘miscarriage of justice’
Barbecues, live performances and fun activities highlight the day
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Suspect faces numerous charges after arrest Monday night
Steve England comes to Iqaluit after 17 years in Arviat including 10 as hamlet’s top administrator
