Thanks for help with Qanuippitaa trip

I am writing this letter to express my gratitude to Nunavut Tunngavik Inc., and the Nasivvik Centre for Inuit Health and Changing Environments for selecting me to represent Nunavut on board the Canadian Coast Guard Ship Amundsen.

I had the opportunity to participate in the Nunavik Inuit Health Survey, Qanuippitaa, as an all-round trainee conducting various tasks. These tasks included collecting water samples, testing, results analysis, field work in the communities, lab work and conducting health and dietary surveys among other tasks.

I would especially like to thank the other trainees that were on board with me; Elizabeth Ford (Nunatsiavut), Sammy Tukkiapik (Nunavik) and Don Ross (Inuvialuit). The experience gained and the people met aboard this icebreaker will not be soon forgotten.

The Qanuippitaa survey is an important initiative and valuable tool for Nunavik Inuit to understand where the current status of their health is in an accelerated, changing environment.

I would also like to thank the Amundsen crew, the Qanuippitaa team, Neida Gonzalez (congratulations on new baby girl), Susie Bernier, Eric Loring, the Cousins clan and my family for making this journey possible.

Jenny Ipirq
Iqaluit