Life in Iqaluit Nunavut
Our very last stop on our social media powered exploration of Canada and the United States took us to the remote northern territory of Nunavut in Canada. The very new territory is little known by most North Americans, so we set out to explore and share our findings for your behalf. Watch as we walk around the city of Iqaluit (Nunavut's capital city) and discover all sorts of interesting and sometimes quirky things.
Inuit Art At Iqaluit Airport, Baffin Island, Nunavut
Six Large Handmade Rugs based on small felt artworks by Inuit artists:
Untitled - Veronica Kadjuak Manilak 1974
Untitled - Jessie Oonark 1972-73
Fishing in the Weir - Martha Kakee 1983
Untitled (Spirits) - Irene Avaalaaqiaq Tiktaalaaq 1970-79
Untitled - Vivian Ipigunaaluk 1979
Untitled - Jessie Oonark 1972-73
Arctic Char sculpture - Looty Pijamini 2018
Four large paintings in the airport rotunda:
Enchanted Owl - Kenojuak Ashevak 1960
Flowing (Flying) - Andrew Qappik 1998
Aeroplane - Pudlo Pudlat 1976
The World Of Sun and Moon - Jessie Oonark 1976
Paintings:
Vision of Two Worlds - Pudlo Pudlat 1983
Airplanes Over Ice-Cap - Pudlo Pudlat 1980
Sculptures:
Spirited Bear - Nuyaliaq Qimirpik 1993
Congregation - Thomas Ugjuk 1970
Mother and Child - Kiugak Ashoona 1970-79
Polar Bear - Nuna Parr 2000
Untitled - Henry Evaluardjuk
Head of Shamen with Bear Spirit - Nuveeya Ipellie 1983
CANADA: NEW TERRITORY OF NUNAVUT
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Canada has re-drawn its map for the first time in half a century.
With a bang of fireworks, a festival and a vow to surmount the daunting challenges ahead, Nunavut became the newest territory of Canada.
The territory was created so Canada's native Inuit people can govern themselves.
The Arctic region of Nunavut is about the size of Western Europe, but only inhabitated by about 25-thousand people.
It was carved out of the eastern two-thirds of the Northwest Territories.
Nunavut means our land in the Inuit language, Inuktitut.
More than one thousand people, including Canadian leaders from all over the country and journalists from all over the world, travelled to the Nunavut capital of Iqaluit for the celebrations marking the first day of the new territory.
Inuit leaders have been working for self-government for decades.
The new premier, Paul Okalik, has no previous experience in political office.
SOUNDBITE: (English)
Today we recognise and celebrate our arrival at this destination. We the people of Nunavut have regained control of our destiny and will now once again determine our own path.
SUPER CAPTION: Paul Okalik, Premier, Nunavut
The creation of Nunavut is part of a move by Inuits to reestablish their native culture, which they say was suppressed by the Canadian government.
Prime Minister Jean Chretien, who attended the ceremonies with members of his cabinet says his government's support for the new territory demonstrates its commitment to aboriginal rights.
SOUNDBITE: (English)
And I have watched with great admiration and respect as the people of Nunavut assume more and more authority, demonstrating their determination to build a vibrant new territory. At the same time, over the same long road, Canadians of the south have come to recognize the right of Northern people to take control of their destiny.
SUPER CAPTION: Jean Chretien, Prime Minister of Canada
Nunavut will rely on the Canadian government for ninety percent of its funding.
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Scenes from Iqaluit, Nunavut - Toonik Tyme Ice Carving Contest 2012
When only one of the professional carvers showed up for the Toonik Tyme 2012 ice carving competition, Casey Lessard volunteered to make a block of ice into a narwhal. When the tusk broke off, Casey improvised! Shot by Casey Lessard and Anjhela Michielsen.
Canada Day. Iqaluit, NU
My first Canada Day in Iqaluit. It was a treat seeing how a tight-knit community can enjoy such an awesome day in the great Canadian north; Iqaluit, Nunavut.
Cape Dorset, Nunavut: The Epicentre of Inuit Art
The Inuit of Cape Dorset have a solid sense of family, society and tradition, and through their art have managed to place this tiny hamlet prominently on the international arts scene.
CCARG Fieldcast No. 1: Knut Kitching, Iqaluit, Nunavut
Les sculpteurs d'Iqaluit
Des sculpteurs taillent des blocs de pierre dans les rues d'Iqaluit
Well Come to Nunavut//Do You Know Nunavut Culture and History...
Nunavut’s Brobdingnagian size and harsh climate enabled its distributed Inuit population to preserve their ancient mobile modus vivendi as hunters and fishers for hundreds of years when Europeans settled in southern North American country. Nunavut’s Inuit have conjointly managed to take care of their knotty carving skills, distinctive music, and Inuktitut language, the tongue of concerning sixty five % of Nunavut’s population.
Stephen Innuksuk Iqaluit Nunavut
With Simeonie Keenainak
October 15-2011
Iqaluit Nunavut
Nunavut Culture
Nunavut is an Arctic territory whose predominantly Inuit population makes it rich with aboriginal art and culture. On a warm summer day in most communities carvers sit outside unleashing polar bears and dancing walruses from chunks of stone, antler, marble or bone: make an offer and buy creations warm from the sculptor’s hands. Stone carvings from Cape Dorset - with the highest per capita number of artists in Canada – have been gifted to presidents, kings and popes. World famous Inuit prints are made in Cape Dorset as well as in the scenic community of Pangnirtung where you can also watch weavers at work in a unique tapestry studio. Iqaluit, the territorial capital, is a creative hub with several art boutiques including the well-stocked Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum gift shop. Head to the Legislative Assembly, designed along the sleek lines of a traditional Inuit sled, and see masterpieces like a scepter carved from narwhal tusk ivory. Visit Iqaluit during Toonik Tyme in spring to hear elders’ stories, traditional throat-singing and drum dancing. Learn Inuit games and dine on caribou stew. Or experience the Alianait! Arts Festival in July, a Northern theatre, film, music and dance extravaganza playing out beneath the Midnight Sun.
Swimming to Nunavut from Quebec
Legally, Quebec's northern territory ends where the water begins. That means that all the islands in James and Hudson Bay are part of Nunavut. This particular island is at Long Point, the farthest north that you can drive on James Bay, and lies just over 30 m from the shore at high tide.
James Bay is technically part of the Arctic Ocean, and the waters are just as cold as you'd expect. My friend, who had just swam in the Arctic at Prudhoe Bay in northern AK confirmed that the water here was just as cold.
Day 11 Olympic Torch Relay: Iqaluit, Nunavut
Chris Wheeler follows the Olympic Flame into the Canadian arctic community of Iqaluit, Nunavut. There he gazes on amazing arctic views while hanging out with locals who treat him to traditional throat singing and carvings, a game of shinny hockey, and an Olympic flame celebration like no other! Rumor is that he even ran into Santa Clause while visiting up north!
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1961 Soap Stone Inuit Eskimo Canada sculpture
1961 Soap stone Inuit Canada sculpture
Arctic Birdspotting, Prince Leopold Island - Nunavut, Canada
Prince Leopold Island is located in the Qikiqtaaluk Region of Nunavut, Canada. It is one of the world's most spectacular bird sanctuaries, and a popular destination for studying birds.
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Alianait Arts Fest in Iqaluit, Nunavut, Canada
ALIANAIT ARTS FESTIVAL - IQALUIT, NUNAVUT, CANADA
JUNE 30 - JULY 3, 2011
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The Alianait Arts Festival is in its seventh year and promises to be another world-class event. Described as the hottest coolest Festival on top of the world, Alianait programming includes art, music, film, storytelling, circus arts, dance and theatre.
Alianait is an Inuit expression of joy and celebration and to celebrate our seventh annual festival, the theme for Alianait 2011 is Raven Harmonies, and will feature musicians, artists & performers from across Nunavut and around the world.
Last year's Festival was a huge success, and could not have been possible without the incredible support of our sponsors and the commitment, talents and enthusiasm of more than 400 individuals.
When the purple and yellow Big Top tent went up on June 18th, 2010, big smiles were seen on the faces of community members and those smiles continued throughout 11 days of live performances, art exhibits, film screenings, workshops and children's activities. From the steady turnout at every event, it is clear that Alianait has become a big part of the heart and spirit of all Iqaluimmiut. We were proud to again share our Festival with people all over Nunavut and the world through Isuma's live web-casting. We also welcomed many tourists from different parts of Canada who travelled north to check out the hottest, coolest Festival at the top of the world!
Down town Iqaluit, Nunavut
Down town Iqaluit, Nunavut
Price check: Why are grocery prices in Canada's North so high? (Marketplace)
Why does the same grocery list cost twice as much in Canada's North compared to a city in the south? Marketplace travels to Iqaluit to see the consequences of the grocery price crisis. We investigate why its happening, and why the federal food subsidy intended to make good food available in the North hasn't fixed it.
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Fun & Love & Life in Nunavut!
After a good few months... life is good here in Nunavut! i love my peeps.. this is for you! Aakuluk, Nagligivagiit aksuaalu! :)