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EDITORIAL: It’s good to be Canadian in 2022 — but we must remain vigilant

EDITORIAL: It’s good to be Canadian in 2022 — but we must remain vigilant

When Crown Indigenous Relations Minister Marc Miller was in town to announce a $2.3 million boost for the Gwich’in Wellness Centre, Grand Chief Ken Kyikavichik commended the minister for his opposition to the parole of convicted Nunavut sex-offender Eric Dejaeger, saying “having that realism and having that response is helpful to a lot of those that have had to endure the genocide of the Indian residential school system.”
Inuvik Handgames Tournament shatters glass ceiling

Inuvik Handgames Tournament shatters glass ceiling

An ancient Gwich’in tradition thundered through the streets of Inuvik this weekend, shattering glass ceilings and helping people reconnect with their heritage.
RCMP seek public assistance in solving Welcome Centre break-ins and vandalism

RCMP seek public assistance in solving Welcome Centre break-ins and vandalism

Inuvik RCMP and Town officials are asking anyone who may have information on who broke into and robbed the Inuvik Welcoming Centre overnight between June 28 and 29.
Feds give $2.3 million for Gwich’in Wellness Camp

Feds give $2.3 million for Gwich’in Wellness Camp

A longstanding dream of the Gwich’in Tribal Council is now years ahead of schedule thanks for support from the federal government.
Papal apology for Grollier Hall not enough, says Fort Norman Métis

Papal apology for Grollier Hall not enough, says Fort Norman Métis

A simple “We’re sorry” from the Pope isn’t going to cut it for the Fort Norman Métis community.
Tuktoyaktuk seeks $20 million for Culture and Arts Centre

Tuktoyaktuk seeks $20 million for Culture and Arts Centre

Fundraisers are hoping to establish a new arts centre to greet those coming to Tuktoyaktuk.
Tsiigehtchic ferry back in service

Tsiigehtchic ferry back in service

After a week of isolation, the Tsiigehtchic ferry is back in operation, albeit with delays due to the dock being reconstructed.
Inuvik’s new Welcoming Centre hosts grand opening

Inuvik’s new Welcoming Centre hosts grand opening

After several years of development and just in time for a surge in tourism, the curtain was finally lifted on Inuvik’s new centrepiece on June 18.
No food, no mail, no medicine — ferryless Tsiigehtchic approaches state of emergency

No food, no mail, no medicine — ferryless Tsiigehtchic approaches state of emergency

Imagine being shipwrecked, watching ships pass by along the horizon, but never close enough for you to hop on and escape.
Woman treks from Newfoundland to Tuktoyaktuk in five-year Trans Canada walk

Woman treks from Newfoundland to Tuktoyaktuk in five-year Trans Canada walk

How long does it take to walk from Newfoundland to Tuktoyaktuk? As it turns out, five years — give or take a global pandemic.