Photo: Igloolik inaugurates new community hall

From left, Nunavut’s Community and Government Services minister Tom Sammurtok, Amittuq MLA George Qulaut, Igloolik mayor Peter Ivalu, and Aggu MLA and Education Minister Paul Quassa pose in front of a walrus mural in the lobby of the new Igloolik community hall as part of a Jan. 14 inauguration ceremony. “Igloolikmiut indicated that they wanted a venue where the community can showcase locally produced films and theatrical performances,” said minister Sammurtok in a government release. “The new community hall provides a stage for Igloolik’s talented artists to shine, now and for years to come.” (PHOTO COURTESY OF THE GN)