Farewell from Victor Mesher

I am writing this letter to offer thanks to all those who have called and wished me well in the future given my abrupt departure from employment with Makivik Corp.

Given the unceremonious release, I apologize for not having known of the impending situation to those who showed concern for my situation and have offered words of encouragement. Unfortunately at this time, I feel the questions some of you who have contacted me about are possibly better left answered in a different forum at a different time.

I would rather take this time to recognize all who I have worked with in nearly 20 years with the corporation. This list would include past and present Makivik Corp. directors of the board, the mayors of the Nunavik communities, as well as many of their councilors and employees.

In a further attempt not to seem too nebbish, I would also like to mention the many people who have helped with the creation of, and nearly seven years of aid afforded to, the Association of Montreal Inuit.

There are far too many individuals to name, but I would have at the top of the list the Anglican Church organizations, both within and without Nunavik, but most importantly, Bishop Barry Clarke of Montreal. Of course, I will always remember the dozens and dozens of volunteers who have helped organize the 70 plus gatherings AMI had organized in the past.

I guess my final words are for all the people of Nunavik and Nunavut that I have come in contact with over my many years of service. It was a great pleasure to have been given the opportunity to work on your behalf and earn your respect through actions and achievements. My prayers and thoughts will be with you always.

Victor Mesher
Montreal