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Call for new members from the Beaufort Delta and Sahtu to join the NWT Arts
June 6, 2023 The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is looking for individuals from the Beaufort Delta and Sahtu regions with a passion for the arts, culture, and heritage to join the NWT Arts Council for a two-year term starting September 1, 2023. The deadline to apply is August 1, 2023. Council members provide […]
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Microsoft Translator User Guide
01 June 2023 The Government of Nunavut has been working closely with Microsoft to bridge language gaps using the Microsoft Translator tool, and now a new user guide is available through the Department of Culture and Heritage. The Department of Culture and Heritage and Department of Community and Government Services’ Information Management / Information Technology […]
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Showcase your Art at the Elijah Smith building
Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC) has an opportunity for First Nations artists opening within the Elijah Smith building in Whitehorse, where CIRNAC’s Yukon Region offices are located. A secure display case in the building’s atrium is available to showcase art. Loaned pieces will rotate every three months. Art must fit within 60 cm […]
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Kugaaruk elder publishes third children’s book – Nunatsiaq News
May 24, 2023 ‘The Little Folk’ tells tale of young Inuk boy adopted by inugarulliit Kugaaruk elder Levi Illuitok still remembers the countless stories he was told growing up more than 70 years ago Reached by phone last week, Illuitok, 82, said his new children’s book, The Little Folk, is the continuation of a long […]
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Northern Premiers to host community showcase in Inuvik
May 16, 2023 Premier Caroline Cochrane will be hosting a community cultural showcase in Inuvik on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Midnight Sun Complex. Premier Cochrane will be in Inuvik on May 16 and 17 to meet with Premier P.J. Akeeagok of Nunavut and Premier Ranj Pillai of […]
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Yukon Permanent Art Collection welcomes 14 new diverse works of art
11/05/2023 The Government of Yukon has selected 14 new works of art for inclusion in the Yukon Permanent Art Collection. The new acquisitions are the work of artists Shiela Alexandrovich, Hildur Jónasson, Sarah Lennie, Meshell Melvin, Rebekah Miller, Aubyn O’Grady, Jackie Olson, Cohen Quash, Rosemary Scanlon, Veronica Verkley, Sharon Vittrekwa, Meg Walker and Twyla Wheeler. […]
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IRC Regional Elders Gathering to be held June 2023, Open for Applications to Community Corporations
May 10th, 2023 IRC REGIONAL ELDERS GATHERING JUNE 2023, APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 19, 2023 by 5pm to your Community Corporation. Application to Print The gathering will review the following: Community Wellness Plans Previous Elders Gathering Report from 2019 Changes needed to Community Action Items For further information please contact Alecia Lennie at 867-777-7012, or ajlennie@inuvialuit.com NT5
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Recipients announced for annual First Nation cultural centres and museums special projects funding
04/05/2023 The annual Special Projects Capital Assistance Program (SPCAP) has granted funding to 12 First Nation cultural centres and museums across the Yukon for a total of $348,000 distributed among 15 projects. The provided funding will aid in a range of initiatives that will improve the ability of the recipients to share their stories, including […]
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The Government of Yukon releases progress report for Creative and Cultural Industries Strategy
03/05/2023 A report released today outlines progress made during Phase One of the implementation of Creative Potential: Advancing the Yukon’s Creative and Cultural Industries. The primary focus of Phase One is assessing and addressing the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and positioning the sector within Yukon’s broader economic recovery. Highlights from the report include: A […]
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Yukon Historical & Museums Association to deliver Yukon 125 Fund
02/05/2023 The Government of Yukon and the Yukon Historical & Museums Association have partnered to offer the Yukon 125 Fund to help tell Yukon stories from all perspectives as the territory marks its 125th anniversary. Integral to commemorating Yukon 125 is ensuring everyone sees themselves in Yukon history and understands its creation and evolution far […]
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