Ottawa Inuit Christmas festivities

I write this note of appreciation to two wonderful people who generously volunteered their time as well as their personal financial contributions to bring us a little taste of the “Arctic” during the holiday season as they hosted Inuit games.

My brother, Franco S. Buscemi, and my friend, Daisy Saunders, demonstrated such electrifying energy throughout the two days as they happily hosted local families, visitors and patients from Baffin Larga.

Franco graciously transported the patients to and from the events. As you walked into the little city hall of Orleans, the aroma of caribou stew and freshly baked bannock tickled your taste buds, children and adults played games, and everyone danced the night away to traditional Inuit music.

The indoor and outdoor games were held for two days. The closing ceremony was most touching, as folks demonstrated their gratitude to the coordinators. Many have already signed up to help coordinate next year’s “Inuit Christmas Games”

Great job guys, it is always a humble feeling to see the united front of our people. We applaud your efforts, hands-down!

Best regards, wishing all readers, family and friends, a prosperous new year. All the best!

Tooneejoulee Kootoo-Chiarello
Ottawa, Ont.