Photo: The light of life lights up Puvirnituq

The 2015 edition of Puvirnituq’s biennial Snow Festival kicked off March 23 under the theme Qulliq – the Light of Life, captured in this giant snow sculpture on display, one of many snow and ice creations sculpted by regional artists. The festival features a star-studded line-up of Inuit and northern performers, including the Beatrice Deer Band, Jaaji Okpik, the Kelly Fraser Band, Saali and the Ravenhearts, Northern Haze and the Jerry Cans. (PHOTO COURTESY OF PUVIRNITUQ SNOW FESTIVAL)