81. BT Trip To Iqaluit In Nunavut, A Canadian Arctic City Owisrt Aid8098 iqaluit, nunavut, canadian, canada, arctic, inuit, travel But one Inuit artcarver told me that his government subsidized rent is only $36 per month. http://www.banner-trader.com/articles/Trip_To_Iqaluit_In_Nunavut_a_Canadian_Arct

Trip To Iqaluit In Nunavut, a Canadian Arctic City owisrt aid8098 Sponsored Links Web LinkGrinder.com Trip To Iqaluit In Nunavut, a Canadian Arctic City http://www.FreeSpiritGallery.ca iqaluit, nunavut, canadian, canada, arctic, inuit, travel Category: This article is brought to you by Clint Leung2 and Amazines.com Submit your Articles Here I had the opportunity to walk about 30 minutes to the outskirts of town past the airport one day. I climbed up a hilltop with a satellite dish facility overlooking an expansive valley. There was nobody else around and it was incredible how silent the area was. It was like a vacuum where I could hear only my own breathing. It was a very peaceful and even spiritual moment there. While sitting on this Arctic hilltop, I was suddenly startled at one point by a noise and it turned out to be the flapping wings of a large raven flying by. There are tours offered by local outfitters to see the northern wildlife and experience some of the Arctic tundra further out. I hope to take one of these tours on a future visit. A trip to Nunavut is not cheap since everything, including flights are so expensive. However, I will definitely return not only for more Inuit art, but also to experience more of the local Inuit culture and the Arctic land. Clint Leung is owner of Free Spirit Gallery http://www.FreeSpiritGallery.ca

82. ABORIGINAL SELFgovernment IN canada. The cases of nunavut and the Alberta Métis Settlements.Denis Wall, Ph.D. Draft. September, 1998. INTRODUCTION http://www.ualberta.ca/~walld/NUNSEPT2.html

™ RETURN TO BUSINESS PAGE This document may not be copied. It is published in Visions of the Heart: Aboriginal Issues in Canada. Ed. D. Long and O.P. Dickason. Toronto: HarcourtBrace. 1999. ™ go to the Alberta Metis Settlements prototype database ABORIGINAL SELF-GOVERNMENT IN CANADA The cases of Nunavut and the Alberta Métis Settlements Denis Wall, Ph.D. Draft September, 1998 INTRODUCTION From the moment of organized European appearances in North America, negotiation has been a central characteristic of relationships between aboriginal residents and newcomers. It is a characteristic that has been evident in treaty-making throughout Canada for more than three hundred years and it continues to be the order of the day in modern treaties, claims and agreements being negotiated with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis across in Canada. 1 One of the central issues in the negotiations over the past three decades has been the question of aboriginal self-government, which has taken second place only to comprehensive land claims negotiations in areas where no treaties have been signed to date. VIEWS OF ABORIGINAL SELF-GOVERNMENT Numerous federal reports have stated that hope of a renewed relationship between aboriginal and non-aboriginal peoples in Canada lies in aboriginal self-government (e.g., Canada, 1984; INAC, 1997; RCAP, 1996).

83. CanadaInfo: Provinces And Territories: Nunavut The first nunavut government leader was chosen by members of the first Former government Leaders of nunavut Provinces and Territories of canada http://www.craigmarlatt.com/canada/provinces&territories/NU.html

Nunavut N MAIN MENU PROVINCES and TERRITORIES : NUNAVUT Capital Iqaluit Date Entered the Federation April 1, 1999 Territorial Flower Purple Saxifrage Territorial Animal Canadian Inuit Dog Territorial Bird Rock Ptarmigan Motto Nunavut Sanginivut Official Languages English, French, and Inuktut Population Area 2 093 190 sq km Commissioner The Honourable Ann Meekitjuk Hanson Government Leader The Honourable Paul Okalik (no party affiliation) Click on the picture for free downloads including this image. T he establishment of Nunavut as a distinct territory under its own government fulfils a long-held aspiration of the eastern and central Arctic Inuit to control their own destiny. The form of self government the Inuit have chosen is unique to Nunavut. The Inuit are a majority of the population of the Nunavut area and therefore have a preponderant influence in a public government that was elected by all residents of Nunavut, Inuit and non-Inuit. T he first Nunavut Legislative Assembly has 19 members with no political affiliations. The first Nunavut government leader was chosen by members of the first Nunavut Legislative Assembly - the system now in place in the Northwest Territories - but the Nunavut Legislature will be given the jurisdiction to institute a system of direct election of government leader in the future if they choose. T he new government administers an area that covers approximately 20% of Canada, with powers equivalent to those of existing territorial governments. An elected Legislative Assembly, a Cabinet, and a territorial court will be the primary institutions of public government. The first Nunavut Legislative Assembly elections took place in February 1999 thereby allowing the Assembly to convene immediately upon Nunavut coming into existence on April 1, 1999.

84. Nunavut Political Accord - Agreements Database Agreement Sufficient authority should be passed to the nunavut government to enable it canada shall establish a financial arrangement with government of nunavut http://www.atns.net.au/biogs/A001606b.htm

Agreements Database Agreement Home Browse Search Previous ... Next Nunavut Political Accord (1992) Related Entries Published Resources Additional Type: Political Accord (Canada) Location: Nunavut, Canada Summary Information: The Nunavut Political Accord was signed in October 1992 by the Canadian Government, the Government of the Northwest Territories and the Tungavik Federation of Nunavut. The Accord was established according to Article 4 of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement. The Political Accord detailed the timetable and process for establishing Nunavut, including the following: • The Nunavut Act shall be similar to the Northwest Territories Act, including all provisions of the former Act except those inconsistent with the Nunavut Act. The Accord recommends that the Nunavut Act should come into force no later than April 1, 1999, particularly those required for the transition of government. • The Powers of the Nunavut Legislative Assembly and Government shall be similar to the powers of the Northwest Territories. Sufficient authority should be passed to the Nunavut government to enable it to fulfil its obligations under the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement. • A Nunavut Implementation Committee shall be set up to provide advice on matters including the timetable of transition, election processes, division or responsibilities and liabilities between governments and administrative design for the new government.

85. Nunavut government of nunavut Home Page. Statutes and Regulations of nunavut Finance ministers renew canada/nunavut formula financing agreement March 8, 2001 http://www.canadiansocialresearch.net/nunavut.htm

Nunavut Nunavut Updated February 25, 2005 Go to Canadian Social Research Links Home Page Budget Establishes Fiscal Framework for Pinasuaqtavut (PDF file - 38K, 2 pages) News Release February 25, 2005 "IQALUIT, Nunavut – Finance Minister Leona Aglukkaq today unveiled a balanced $935.8-million 2005-06 budget that establishes a fiscal framework for implementation of priorities in Pinasuaqtavut, the government's mandate for its current term." Source: Nunavut Department of Finance Nunavut Budget 2005-06 Budget Address (PDF file - 79K, 26 pages) Budget Highlights (PDF file - 98K, 2 pages) Capital Estimates (English and Inuktitut) - PDF file (6.46MB, 166 pages) More Canadian Government Budget Information: - Go to the Canadian Government Budgets Links page: http://www.canadiansocialresearch.net/budgets.htm Hotlinks The links below will take you directly to the following Nunavut government and non-governmental web pages: Government of Nunavut Government of Nunavut Departments N ews Releases ... Nunatsiaq News Key welfare links Department responsible for welfare Education Name of the welfare program Social Assistance (no web page) Legislation Social Assistance Act (PDF file - 57K, 10 pages)

86. Dhaliwal Announces Transfer Of The Canadian Coast Guard Arctic Sealift Operation Fisheries and Oceans canada / Pêches et Océans canada government of OF THECANADIAN COAST GUARD ARCTIC SEALIFT OPERATIONS TO THE nunavut government http://www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/media/newsrel/2000/hq-ac80_e.htm

Français Contact Us Help Search ... Canada site NR-HQ-00-80E DHALIWAL ANNOUNCES TRANSFER OF THE CANADIAN COAST GUARD ARCTIC SEALIFT OPERATIONS TO THE NUNAVUT GOVERNMENT August 16, 2000 IQALUIT - The Honourable Herb Dhaliwal, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, today announced that the Government of Canada is transferring responsibility for the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) Arctic Sealift Operations to the Government of Nunavut. The sealift involves the assembly, transportation and delivery of mandated cargoes shipped to the Eastern Arctic. "The sealift is a vital link for Nunavut citizens and businesses and it is fitting that this important infrastructure be under Nunavut’s control. I am pleased to be able to fulfill Nunavut’s request for this transfer," said Mr. Dhaliwal. "The transfer of the sealift administration is seen by all parties as a positive step in strengthening the economic and political self-sufficiency of the Nunavut Territorial Government." The Canadian Coast Guard started acting as administrator and coordinator of the sealift in 1959. It now delivers approximately 7, 000 tons of cargo annually to 26 communities. The request for transfer of the sealift first came from Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated and more recently from the Government of Nunavut. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Heather Bala Director of Communications Office of the Minister Fisheries and Oceans Canada Ottawa Last Updated : 2003-08-07

87. Nunavut Covering 777000 square miles (almost 20% of canada) nunavut is larger than Alaska . Although the nunavut government faces many challenges with high http://www.infoplease.com/spot/nunavut1.html

in All Infoplease Almanacs Biographies Dictionary Encyclopedia Daily Almanac for Sep 24, 2005 Skip Navigation Home Almanacs ... Word of the Day Editor's Favorites Hispanic Heritage Month Hurricane Katrina Daylight Saving Time Ramadan ... Texas Infoplease Tools Periodic Table Conversion Tool Perpetual Calendar Year by Year ... Site Map College Center Scholarship Search College Resources Career Center Job Search Post Your Resume Continuing Ed. more . . . Search: Infoplease Info search tips Search: Biographies Bio search tips We'll Have Nunavut Canadian Inuit have a territory of their own, but self-government is not without its challenges by Susan Hyde Related Links Map of Nunavut Canadian Population by Provinces and Territories Nunavut Planning Commission Nunatsiaq News ... About Nunavut On April 1, 1999, Nunavut separated from the Northwest Territories to become the newest Canadian territory. The creation of Nunavut was the outcome of the largest aboriginal land claims agreement between the Canadian government and the native Inuit people. The Inuit , who make up 83% of Nunavut's 24,730 residents, will be one of the first indigenous peoples in the Americas to achieve self-government. Nunavut means "our land" in Inuktitut , the Inuit language.

88. Over Compensating For The Past In the early 1900 s the government of canada began to take notice of the The new nunavut government also has plans preserve the local language. http://www.marquette.edu/inia/Editorials/Hyde.htm

Has the Creation of Nunavut Come to Quickly? by Chrissy Hyde The North of Canada may invoke thoughts of polar bears, penguins, and Eskimos, however this region has a history of exploitation. Since the 1940's, the Inuit people (Eskimo is considered a derogatory term by locals) have been forced to assimilate to Canadian laws and language. Prior to the arrival of the Canadian officials and their economic and law systems and infrastructures, the Inuit lived in small groups off the tundra. Their economic system was one of trade and they spoke Inuktitut, which was only an oral language until about fifty years ago. Yet, this way of life was altered drastically with the increasing presence of the Canadian government in the region. In the early 1900's the government of Canada began to take notice of the increasingly heavy flow of foreign ships in the arctic waters. It was not the presence of the ships the Canadian government were concerned with, but rather the revenue they were losing (Matthiasson, 36). To overcome this problem, Canada loosely asserted its sovereignty over the region more for economic reasons than anything else.

89. Welcome To Nunavut (March 31, 1999) By 2009, the nunavut government will operate all the mechanics of territorial The Inuit get to take part in the modern corporate government of canada, http://eatthestate.org/03-28/WelcometoNunavut.htm

Volume 3, #28 March 31, 1999 POLITICS WITH BITE! CONTACT HELP BACK ISSUES A FORUM FOR ANTI-AUTHORITARIAN POLITICAL OPINION, RESEARCH AND HUMOR After the Bombing Bombing Serbia Not the Answer Hey, I Know, Let's Bomb Something!! Urban Warfare ... Volunteerus Chompus Welcome to Nunavut Eat These Shorts Backtalk Activist Calendar Reclaim Our History ... Nature and Politics Welcome to Nunavut by Troy Skeels On April 1, 1999, Nunavut Territory, Canada, exists. Carved out of the eastern half of the Northwest Territories, Nunavut will in many ways be controlled by its majority population, the native Inuit. The population of Nunavut, some 24,665 people, are spread over 818,745 square miles, one fifth of Canada's land mass. The enormity of the Northwest Territories as a whole, and the sparseness of its population, contributed to the creation of the new territory. In 1966, a government commission called for dividing the Northwest Territories (NWT) into two smaller and more manageable regions. In 1982, a majority of the people of the territory voted to divide into two separate territories.. Earlier, in 1976, the Inuit of Canada first called for the creation of Nunavut ("Our Land" in Inukitut). They negotiated a land claim settlement with the Canadian government. The Inuit approved the final agreement in 1992, and the government passed it in 1993. Called one of the most innovative of Canada's modern aboriginal treaties, the land claims settlement led directly to the creation of the new territory.

90. Canada's Nunavut Territory Under the agreement signed in 1992 by the Canadian government, nunavut encompassesmost of the Canadian Shield, also called the Laurentian Plateau, http://www.members.shaw.ca/kcic1/nunavut.html

Information about Nunavut-Canada PRESENTS Nunavut and the Inuktitut Language Tungasugisi / Welcome "OUR LAND" In 1992, a referendum was passed authorizing the separation of the eastern half of the Northwest Territories to create a new autonomous territory, to be called Nunavut, which is Inuktitut for "Our Land" See our Nunavut Quick Facts Page for further facts and details about this Territory. Nunavut , (pronounced noo-na-voot ), came into existance as a Canadian territory on April 1, 1999. The Nunavut Government Under the agreement signed in 1992 by the Canadian government, the Inuit received title to 216,000 sq km (83,400 sq mi) of the new territory. On April 1, 1999, the Canadian government handed over political control of Nunavut to the Tungavik Federation of Nunavut, the Inuit government. There are 19 members of the Legislature, which is a "non-party" system where members run as independants, choose the Premier and Cabinet from among themselves and govern by majority/consensus. There are about 12,200 registered voters in the Territory. The population as at July 2001 is 28,200. Nunavut's Territorial capital is Iqaluit (pronounced ee-kal-oo-weet ), and the Premier is

91. Legion Magazine : The Dawning Of Nunavut The aim of the nunavut government is to have a labour force that reflects The recent opening of Ekati, canada’s first diamond mine, on the barren lands http://www.legionmagazine.com/features/celebratingcanada/99-01.asp

Canadian Military History Humour Hunt War Art Military Milestones ... Special Feature Series Overview Believing that too often we take too much for granted in Canada, Legion magazine's editors created this series to explore the nature of this grand land. From people to places, from business to industry, we chronicle natural wonders and significant achievements. Published in January/February 1999 The Dawning Of Nunavut by Lynn Hancock The clock atop the Parniavuk Building in the capital city of Iqaluit on Baffin Island ticks away the days to the birth of Nunavut. Close by, construction workers, rugged against the cold of the arctic winter, are rushing to finish Nunavut’s new Legislative Assembly building. A few doors away in the igloo-shaped office of the Interim Commissioner, Jack Anawak considers his options, now that his job to oversee the design of the new Nunavut government is nearing completion. Nunavut’s first elected ministers will soon be at their desks. Further along the ice-packed street of this 4,000-strong community, John Amagoalik, nicknamed the Father of Nunavut, stands at the window of the Nunavut Implementation Commission office and checks the list of guests he’s invited to the biggest party Iqaluit has ever seen. "This sort of thing has never happened in the world before and we want to give a good impression." What sort of thing?

92. $6.7 Million In Transportation Infrastructure Funding For Nunavut - October 22, Continuing the partnership between the government of canada and nunavut is keyto making real improvements to our transportation system. http://www.tc.gc.ca/mediaroom/releases/nat/2002/02_h114e.htm

Français Contact Us Help Search ... Our offices Mini Search e-news Events Hot news Media advisories ... Transport Canada document.write(document.frmmenu.elements['titleaction'].value); No. H114/02 For release October 22, 2002 $6.7 MILLION IN TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE FUNDING FOR NUNAVUT CORAL HARBOUR, NU - Nancy Karetak-Lindell, M.P. (Nunavut), on behalf of Transport Minister David Collenette, together with Manitok Thompson, Nunavut Minister of Community Government and Transportation, today signed an agreement to provide joint funding of $6.7 million until March 2007 for priority transportation infrastructure projects in Nunavut. This agreement is part of the $600 million Strategic Highway Infrastructure Program (SHIP) announced by Mr. Collenette in April 2001. "This federal and territorial investment in Nunavut’s transportation infrastructure will help Nunavut address its most pressing transportation priorities, and lay a foundation for future transportation investments," said Ms Karetak-Lindell. "Continuing the partnership between the Government of Canada and Nunavut is key to making real improvements to our transportation system." “Nunavut faces distinct challenges in providing safe and efficient transportation,” said Mr. Collenette. "I am pleased that the Government of Canada is providing $4.3 million in funding, through SHIP, to broaden Nunavut’s transportation infrastructure base."

93. Media Contacts Her Majesty the Queen, the government of canada is adopting an interim policy The nunavut government will use a portion of this funding to support two http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/english/media/releases/2003/2003_55.htm

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94. Nunavut Planning Commission nunavut government Structure and Political Development The government ofnunavut will be established in evolutionary stages over 16 years, http://npc.nunavut.ca/eng/nunavut/gov.html

Welcome to Nunavut Land Claim Overview Government Structure and Political Development Economic Development General Information ... Program Nunavut Government Structure and Political Development The establishment of Nunavut as a distinct territory under its own government fulfils a long-held aspiration of the eastern and central Arctic Inuit to control their own destiny. The form of self-government the Inuit have chosen will be unique to Nunavut. The Inuit are a majority of the population of the Nunavut territory and will therefore have a preponderant influence in a public government elected by all residents of Nunavut, Inuit and non-Inuit. Government Institutions The new government administers an area that covers approximately 20 per cent of Canada, with powers equivalent to those of the Yukon and Northwest Territories. An elected Legislative Assembly (with 19 MLAs), a Cabinet and a territorial court are the primary institutions of public government. Timetable for Implementation The government of Nunavut will be established in evolutionary stages over 16 years, from 1993 to 2009.

95. News Release The financial contributions of the governments of canada and nunavut included inthis agreement will allow young people from francophone communities of http://www.canadianheritage.gc.ca/pc-ch/news-comm/cc010330e.htm

The Government of Canada Announces the Signing of an Agreement with Nunavut on Official Languages in Education and on French First Language Education Governance OTTAWA, June 22, 2001 Minister of Canadian Heritage Sheila Copps today announced the ratification of an agreement with Nunavut for minority-language education and second-language instruction. The agreement also includes special investment measures to support francophone school governance development plans. The agreement includes an action plan composed of two components. The first component represents the activities related to minority-language education and second-language instruction over a three-year period, from 2000-2001 to 2002-2003. For these activities, the agreement stipulates that the Government of Canada will contribute $1 617 000, over three years, to the government of Nunavut. The contribution from the government of Nunavut will be $653 733 for the first year of the action plan. The second component represents activities related to francophone school governance, over a four-year period, from 2000-2001 to 2003-2004. The agreement stipulates that, for these activities, the Government of Canada will contribute $450 000, over four years, to the government of Nunavut. The contribution of the territorial government will be $21 400 for 2000-01.

96. Canadian Provincial Government Departments -Nunavut Provincial Government Canadian Province of nunavut Each Canadian Provincial government has numerousdepartments or ministries which deal with the daily administration of the http://canadian-government.softlandings.com/canadian-provincial-government-depar

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97. The Creation Of Nunavut Accordingly, the nunavut government will be decentralized, with government The creation of nunavut is an achievement for all Canadians to celebrate. http://www.pco-bcp.gc.ca/aia/default.asp?Language=E&Page=federation&Sub=TheCreat

98. Bora Laskin Law Library -Finding Legal Information On The Web - Governement Info canada Provincial. Alberta. Alberta Site The primary internet site for theNunavut government. Quick links to sites that are believed to be of http://www.law-lib.utoronto.ca/resources/primary/govinfo2.htm

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99. ATrip To Iqaluit In Nunavut, A Canadian Arctic City A report on travel to Iqaluit in nunavut in canada s Arctic. Iqaluit is thecapital of nunavut, canada s newest territory. Free Spirit Gallery, based in http://www.freespiritgallery.ca/iqaluit.htm

A Trip To Iqaluit In Nunavut, A Canadian Arctic City By Clint Leung In 2004, I completed two Inuit art buying trips to Iqaluit (formerly Frobisher Bay), the capital of Nunavut, Canada's newest territory. For both trips, I flew out of Ottawa on Canadian North airlines. The other airline that services Nunavut is First Air. Only the last half of the jets was allocated for passengers as the entire first half was for cargo. Being so remote, Canadian Arctic Inuit communities pretty well have to have everything shipped up there by plane or by boat during the summers since there are no roads connecting to the rest of Canada or even between each Nunavut community. The Arctic landscape from the air was desolate, hilly and barren. Home About Us Gallery How To Order ... Contact Us As the plane got closer to Iqaluit, the airport's small terminal building stood out with its bright yellow color. The airport itself is within walking distance to the rest of the town. There are taxis that charge a flat rate of $5 per trip anywhere in Iqaluit. Interestingly enough, these taxis also pick up and drop off other passengers along the way so shared rides with others are common here. There are several hotels in Iqaluit and rooms are generally clean, comfortable but quite basic. Accommodations and dining up north in Nunavut are both expensive. All food items with the exception of local Inuit fare must be flown up from the Canadian south. A carton of milk will cost about $10 in Iqaluit. Most Inuit locals cannot afford to buy overpriced fruits, vegetables and meat from the south. Many local families still rely on Inuit hunters who bring caribou, seal and whale to the table.

100. ArticleCity.com - A Trip To Iqaluit In Nunavut, A Canadian Arctic City A Trip To Iqaluit In nunavut, A Canadian Arctic City by Clint Leung building in Iqaluit and it is used mainly for local nunavut government offices. http://www.articlecity.com/articles/travel_and_leisure/article_476.shtml

CATEGORIES Education Family Gadgets and Gizmos Health ... Writing SITE MENU Search Submit An Article Submit Press Release Syndicate Articles ... Home Keyword Search Article Title Author's Name ArticleCity.com was featured on: A Trip To Iqaluit In Nunavut, A Canadian Arctic City by: Clint Leung I had the opportunity to walk about 30 minutes to the outskirts of town past the airport one day. I climbed up a hilltop with a satellite dish facility overlooking an expansive valley. There was nobody else around and it was incredible how silent the area was. It was like a vacuum where I could hear only my own breathing. It was a very peaceful and even spiritual moment there. While sitting on this Arctic hilltop, I was suddenly startled at one point by a noise and it turned out to be the flapping wings of a large raven flying by. There are tours offered by local outfitters to see the northern wildlife and experience some of the Arctic tundra further out. I hope to take one of these tours on a future visit. A trip to Nunavut is not cheap since everything, including flights are so expensive. However, I will definitely return not only for more Inuit art, but also to experience more of the local Inuit culture and the Arctic land. About The Author Clint Leung is owner of Free Spirit Gallery http://www.FreeSpiritGallery.ca

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