According to Kativik Regional Government, old cell service infrastructure and an unwillingness to invest in new equipment is what is holding Nunavik back from receiving more reliable telecommunications services. (Photo by Cedric Gallant)
Outdated infrastructure and satellites make connecting in the region a challenge
Spotty cell service in Kuujjuaq has spurred some people in the community to wonder where they can go to demand a clearer connection. People shared some ideas Aug. 9 in a Kuujjuaq group Facebook post about the issue.
Qalingu Napartuk, also known as Young Black Inuk, brought his cyphers and rhymes to a dancing crowd at Aqpik Jam in Kuujjuaq Wednesday. The energy was high on the second night of the four-day festival that runs until Friday. (Photo by Cedric Gallant)
Beatrice Deer invites William Tagoona, who is considered one of Nunavik’s fathers of Inuit rock, on stage for one song Tuesday during Aqpik Jam’s opening night in Kuujjuaq. The crowd expressed joy at the guest appearance by Tagoona, who had performed earlier on Tuesday’s opening night. (Photo by Cedric Gallant)