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True or false: Canada has the most Inuit in the world.
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Welcome to NIYC.ca!
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Registering to NIYC.ca is simple and comes with its benefits. As a registered member, you'll have access to additional information and resources on the site and can share your information, thoughts, ideas and questions with other visitors . . . plus more.
Click here to sign up.
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Daisy Eyegotok of Cambridge Bay was one of 875 coaches nominated in December for the Campbell’s Chunky Soup Most Valuable Coach Contest. She is now one of the top six finalists.
Daisy is a student in the Nunavut Teacher Education Program in Cambridge Bay. Daisy has been coaching the Cambridge Bay Wolverines girls basketball team for 10 years.
Daisy and the five other finalists have made videos that you can view at www.chunkymvc.ca. Each coach will be evaluated based on their values and the number of fans they have and the winner will get ,000 to benefit a sports organization in his or her home community. The winner will be announced on March 21.
Help Daisy and the Wolverines, become a fan of Daisy and go online and vote.
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16 year old Inuk youth Abbie Ootova from Pond Inlet, Nunavut will be performing in the theater production Night at the National Art Centre January 4-16.
Abbie, "break a leg."
Taken from http://www.nac-cna.ca
The lives of a Toronto anthropologist and 16-year old Inuk girl intersect powerfully during 24 hours of darkness in Pond Inlet, Nunavut. Daniella is a scientist from the big city; Piuyuq is an Inuit girl with big dreams. As the two cross paths, their lives are changed forever. Created over three Arctic winters in Iceland and Nunavut, this work by Toronto’s Human Cargo is presented in Inuktitut and English. The production will be mounted in Yellowknife, Inuvik and Whitehorse after its NAC premiere.
A collective creation by Human Cargo
Written by Christopher Morris
Directed by Christopher Morris
Created by Mike Bernier, Gillian Gallow, Michelle Monteith, Abbie Ootova, Michelle Ramsay, Lyon Smith and Linnea Swan
For more about Night, visit http://www.nac-cna.ca/en/theatre/0910/night/
[ Read more ]
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Winning photograph of the 2009 NTI Photo Contest by Steven Lonsdale, Iqaluit, Nunavut
NTI Photo Contest entries for 2010 now being accepted.
Pictures of Nunavut landscapes, communities and wildlife will be considered. Pictures of people in Nunavut will also be considered, although photographers must have the people in their pictures complete and sign the Photo Release Form which state that the person agrees to have their image reproduced on the website and possibly in NTI publications and materials.
This contest is open to all Beneficiaries of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement. See NTI’s website for details on enrolling as a Beneficiary.
How to apply
Download and review the NTI Website Photo Contest Rules and Regulations.
Note that due to mail or cargo delays, only digital photographs by email will be accepted. The Photo Release Form and Photographer Consent Form must be completed, signed and submitted with the photograph.
Entries should be sent to:
photocontest@tunngavik.com
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To all First Nations, Inuit and Métis Youth interested in Aboriginal Health
Summary: The '2009-2010 Aboriginal Health Research Summits' (AHRS) is a Project established by the CIHR - Institute of Aboriginal Peoples' Health (CIHR-IAPH). The Institute of Aboriginal Peoples' Health is seeking applications for up to (15) Elder/Youth Dyads to participate in a National Dialogue Summit on priority areas of First Nations, Inuit and Métis health and health research.
Successful applicants will assume the role of a mentor/mentored relationship and work and travel together to attend a one-day gathering with other First Nations, Inuit and Métis Elders and Youth from across Canada.
Elder/Youth Dyads will be asked to share their experiences and knowledge in relation to community health and wellness issues, existing or potential collaborative community and/or community-research initiatives in Aboriginal health: areas of discussion may include social determinants of health, research and community ethics, health data, Indigenous knowledge/traditional medicine, community knowledge, knowledge translation, and mental health. In particular, each dyad will bring to the Summit ideas for future planning in community health and wellness.
Applicants should indicate a willingness/capacity to undertake a participatory role in the discussion of priority research areas in health. In addition, Elder and Youth must be available for travel between the dates February 8-15, 2010.
Who Can Apply? Youth must be between the ages of 18-35. They must have a close working and/or mentored relationship with the Elder and/or Traditional knowledge holder planning to attend, and must currently be enrolled in an education program that will lead to a career related to Aboriginal health and wellness. High school students 18 years and over able to demonstrate past experience and/or a strong interest in the area of Aboriginal health and health research will also be considered.
Knowledge and experience in community-based research projects and experience working with Aboriginal communities or organizations in areas of health and wellness will be considered an asset.
Duration: 2-3 days including travel.
Cost: Travel expenses will be paid by the Institute of Aboriginal Peoples' Health.
Deadline: January 15, 2009
Please send a 1-2 page letter of interest describing the following:
1. First Nations, Inuit, or Métis Community of Elder and Youth
2. Interest and experience in area of Aboriginal health and wellness
3. Current education and education goals in Aboriginal health and wellness
4. Relationship and experience with Elder or Knowledge Holder
5. A brief description of Elder or Knowledge Holder experience and/or interest in areas of Aboriginal health and community wellness
6. What you hope to learn if chosen to attend the Summit
7. Attach a CV or resume if available
Please send your application by mail, email or Fax to:
Dr. Angeline Letendre
Associate Director
CIHR - Institute of Aboriginal Peoples' Health
# 602 College Plaza
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB T6G 2C8
letendre@ualberta.ca
Fax: 780-492-6115
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On Dec. 14, 2009 QIA will hold an election for President, Secretary/Treasurer and various community directors.
I am running for the position of President, read about my platform on my website www.voteforfranco.com
One thing I am focusing-on in my campaign platform is youth. Not because we are the future, rather because we are here Now.
Many of Nunavut’s politicians have transformed the empowering “youth are the future” statement into an overused and empty cliché. I promise to properly involve and support youth in QIA decision-making and ensure the priorities of youth are priorities of QIA. We are more than just symbols of hope, and we have important contributions to give.
I will:
a. Fight for the rights of children and youth. We live in a society the claims to place the utmost importance on our young people, which makes it even more important to ensure our children and youth have food to eat, live in a safe environment, have recreational and athletic facilities, and have access to a quality and Inuit-specific early childhood development and K-12 education system.
b. Introduce new programs or initiatives that improve the lives of children and youth. As the first step, I will curb QIA’s wasteful spending of beneficiaries money (organizational inefficiencies, out of territory QIA Board or management meetings) and use the funds to initiate or enhance youth initiatives such as exchange programs, art initiatives, Inuit sport competitions, culture and language camps, and suicide prevention programming.
c. Support existing community-based youth initiatives. Artcirq in Igloolik, Nunavut Youth Consulting in Arctic Bay, and Nunavut Stars Hockey Camp all are examples of youth-led initiatives that should be celebrated and supported.
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August 17–20, 2009
Inuvik, Northwest Territories
Are you concerned about climate change and what it means for the future? Do you want to make your voice heard and be part of the solution? The Young Leaders' Summit on Northern Climate Change is your opportunity!
For four days this August, young leaders will converge in Inuvik, Northwest Territories, to discuss climate change, share their stories and build their skills. The summit will empower young leaders (age 18-30) to tackle the greatest challenge facing the planet—climate change. The four action-packed days will be a mixture of outdoor field-trips, indoor lectures and participatory activities.
Now is the time to get involved. Governments from around the world will meet at the United Nations Climate Conference in Copenhagen this December to finalize a new global climate agreement. You can make a difference! The Young Leaders' Summit on Northern Climate Change will show you how.
At the summit you will:
- learn to effectively communicate the impacts of climate change in our community and around the world;
- connect with youth across the North and around the globe and learn how young people can influence policy;
- create a set of recommendations for climate change negotiators at the United Nations talks; and
- stimulate stronger climate action by leaders in the North.
Get Involved!
Visit the 2009 Summit Details page for more information: http://www.climateleaders.ca/summit-details
Questions?
If you have any questions about the Young Leaders' Summit on Northern Climate Change, please contact Katherine Mackenzie at katherinem @ pembina.org or (867) 873 4309.
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n o r t h w o o d p r o d u c t i o n s
FEATURE FILM OPEN CASTING CALL
Northwood Productions is conducting a five community search for a Feature Film. We are looking for Inuit boys and girls between the ages of 15 and 25 to act in the film. Everyone is welcome as there is no experience required. If you are male or female, between 15 and 25 years old, are Inuit (or part Inuit) and interested in acting in an English speaking Feature Film, please attend an open call in your area on the following dates at the following locations:
Kugluktuk
AUDITION DATE: July 7, 2009
AUDITION TIME: 9am-12pm
AUDITION LOCATION: Coppermine Inn
Audition script Pick Up Location: Kitikmeot School Operations, 2nd Floor Enokhok Building (Above Hamlet Office). Pick up scene pages between July 3 and July 7.
Iqaluit
AUDITION DATE: July 10, 2009
AUDITION TIME: 9am-12pm
AUDITION LOCATION: Nunavut Film Development Corp Bldg 607
Audition script Pick Up Location: Same as above. Pick up scene pages July 6-10.
Arviat
AUDITION DATE: July 11, 2009
AUDITION TIME: 1pm-4pm
AUDITION LOCATION: Padlei Hotel (Inns North)
Audition script Pick Up Location: Bayside B&B. Pick up scene pages July 8-11.
Rankin Inlet
AUDITION DATE: July 12, 2009
AUDITION TIME: 1pm-4pm
AUDITION LOCATION: Siniktarvik Hotel (Inns North)
Audition Scene Pick Up Location: 103-24 Ipikittuq Street. Pick up scene pages between July 8 and July 12.
Baker Lake
AUDITION DATE: July 13, 2009
AUDITION TIME: 9am-12pm
AUDITION LOCATION: Iglu Hotel (Inns North)
Audition Scene Pick Up Location: Baker Lake Hamlet Office. Pick up scene pages between July 8 and July 13.
Facebook Group: NUNAVUT TEEN DRAMA MOVIE CASTING CALL
Join for more information, script pages and locations & times. Audition scenes will be available 4 days before the auditions at the specified location and must be memorized before the audition. Just show up at any of the above locations at the time and place specified.
For any further inquiries please contact the following: Rhonda Fisekci, Casting Director: Voice: 403-861-9270 Email: rfisekci @ canadafilm.com
Marianne Moore, Northwood Productions: Voice: 416-539-8883 Email: info @ NorthwoodProductions.com
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The National Inuit Youth Council meets in Ottawa March, 2009. Among other issues and concerns discussed, the NIYC members talk about the history and legacy of Canadian Residential Schools. This video is based on their discussions, as a starting point for Inuit youth to explore issues related to culture and language and healing from the legacy of residential schools.
Click below to view the video:
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Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. is now accepting applications for the 2009 Kakiniit Grants. This program was launched by NTI in 2007 to encourage and assist students with their cultural and academic education.
The grants program awards $ 1,000 to five students seeking to improve their cultural or traditional skills and $ 1,000 to five students enrolled in academic training at a post-secondary institution. Only Beneficiaries of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement are eligible for the scholarship programs.
The names of successful recipients will be announced this Nunavut Day, July 9, 2009, during the celebrations in Iqaluit.
Completed application forms are due Friday, May 29, 2009 by 5 p.m. EDT. Application forms are available at www.tunngavik.com or by contacting Johnny Issaluk at 867 975 4938, toll-free 1-888-646-0006 or jissaluk@tunngavik.com.
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Gordon Stobbe, master fiddler and guitarist Greg Simm, are looking forward to returning to Nunavut for the third year in a row. In 2007 and 2008, the musicians travelled to Pond Inlet but this year, the musicians will be spending time in Iqaluit, Pond Inlet and Pangnirtung from April 19th-30th.
Gordon Stobbe has been playing fiddle for forty years and Greg Simm is an established musician, involved in many recording projects as a player, composer and producer. Both Gordon and Greg have travelled to the four corners of the country, teaching fiddle to youth and have particularly enjoyed their time in the remote communities. “There is a real appetite for learning to play music and learning to play traditional music everywhere in Canada, but especially in the North. It’s great to work with youth who are just beginning to discover the fiddle and to be a part of starting new programs that can have such an impact on both the youth and the community” said Gordon Stobbe from his home in Nova Scotia.
The workshop will start in Iqaluit on April 19th with Darlene Nuqingaq’s fiddle students and will culminate with a community performance on Tuesday, April 21st. On April 22nd Gordon and Greg travel to Pond Inlet for the third year in a row to work with the youth until April 27th where there will be at least two groups of fiddle students, beginners and intermediate. The community performance in Pond Inlet is scheduled for Sunday, April 26th. Last stop will be Pangnirtung, where more than twenty fiddlers will be waiting keen to learn from professional musicians for the first time.
“The fiddle workshops are providing opportunities for the youth to learn music and learn about themselves” says Julie Lohnes, coordinator of the fiddle workshops on Baffin Island and the founder of Nasivvik Music Club in Pond Inlet. “The youth love music. Exposure to the music and the chance to learn from professionals is not as common in the North as it is in the South.”
The Fiddle Workshops are sponsored by Canadian North.
[Submitted by tusarnaarniq sivumut]
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Good Luck Inuit
