Iqaluit celebrates AWG competitors’ return

Iqalummiut came out to participate in a parade followed by meet-and-greet with athletes Saturday

Dozens of Iqaluit residents came out to celebrate athletes returning from the Arctic Winter Games Saturday. Residents and the families of athletes participated in a parade that begin at the Iqaluit square and ended at the Arctic Winter Games Arena, where there was also the opportunity for a meet-and-greet. The parade was previously scheduled to take place earlier this month but was rescheduled due to bad weather. Team Nunavut athletes won 52 medals at the 2023 Games, which took place in Wood Buffalo, Alta. (Photo by Meral Jamal)

By Meral Jamal

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