Traditional Knowledge

On this episode of Tunnganarniq Nunagijavut: Arviat host Evano Aggark Jr. talks to Leo Ikakhik. Leo is a longtime polar bear patroller from Arviat, Nunavut. He’s a skilled hunter, a proud grandfather, and someone who loves being out on the land. For over 10 years, he’s worked with groups like WWF, the Hamlet of Arviat, and the Government of Nunavut to help keep people safe.… Read more

On this episode of Welcome to Our Qammaq - Tea Time With Elders, seal hunting with Zacharias Kunuk and Nataq Ungalaq.

First Broadcast, Friday April 4, 2025

Goose Watch 2025 has begun!
Indigenous communities across the North are working together to help track this year’s goose migration using SIKU - you could win a $1000 gift card, sponsored by Northern! Learn more at https://siku.org/goosewatch

Stay safe and good hunting!

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English narration with English captions

Congratulations to Elena Angnatuk from Quaqtaq - the Week #3 Ice Watch Winner for their SIKU Ice Post documenting how to use an unaaq (harpoon) near their community.

On this episode of on Welcome to Our Qammaq - Tea Time With Elders - Pakkak Qammanirq: Building the Igloo

Hosts Yvonne, Carol, and Marcy explore the art and tradition of igloo building. Yvonne shares her experiences of camping in an igloo as a child whenever travelling by dog teams.

First Broadcast Friday March 28, 2025

 Congratulations to Willia Amaamatuak from Salluit - the Week #2 Ice Watch Winner for their SIKU Ice Post documenting sinaaq near their community.

On this episode of Quyanaq Qaikaffi Pangma Nunaptingnun - Tunnganarniq Nunagijavut: Inuvik… Read more

Congratulations to Johnassie Ippak from Sanikiluaq - the Week #1 Ice Watch Winner for their SIKU Ice Post documenting inniruvik near their community.

The 2025 Ice Watch has begun!
Support ice safety and share knowledge in your community by making Ice Posts with SIKU - you could win Northern gift cards, a brand new snowmobile and more! Learn more at https://siku.org/icewatch.

Never approach dangerous conditions and get your community’s elders and ice experts involved!

On this episode of Tunnganarniq Nunagijavut: Arviat

Tea Time With Elders - Host Charmaine Koomak sits down with Agatha Ubluriak for a chat about traditional Inuit Women's roles and stories of her upbringing in traditional camps in the Arviat Area.

First Broadcast Thursday March 6, 2025

Women of the Arnait Video Collective reenact a traditional women's activity: the use of the qulliq. The qulliq is the seal oil lamp and stove of the old days, the only source of light and warmth. The women tell the story in words and songs as they install the qulliq in their igloo.

 It’s almost time for Ice Watch 2025! All posts made this ice season will be reviewed by a panel of Inuit ice experts and considered for grand prizes, including a brand new snowmobile!
The challenge officially begins in March and prizes will be announced each week.
In the meantime, all qualifying SIKU Ice Posts made from October to June are eligible for Grand Prizes.… Read more

On this episode of Quyanaq Qaikaffi Pangma Nunaptingnun - Tunnganarniq Nunagijavut: Inuvik - Tea Time With Elders

Host Elsie Kaodloak with guest Brian (Nunki) Rogers share stories and sew sealskin mitts together.

First Broadcast February 26, 2025

On this episode of Welcome To Our Qammaq, Nataq Ungalaq cuts up the seal in the Qammaq and Yvonne Kadlutsiak cooks it over the flickering flame of the oil lamp.

First Broadcast Friday, January 31, 2025

Welcome To Our Qammaq

On this episode of Welcome to our Qammaq, Marcy and Yvonne will talk about a special segment showing digging up of igunaq followed by drum making for return of the sun celebration.

First Broadcast, Friday January 24, 2025

On this episode of Tunnganarniq Nunagijavut: Arviat - 

Host Nuatie Aggarak interviews Joy Suluk, who is a seamstress from Arviat. Joy will demonstrate her work and process.

First Broadcast Thursday January 23, 2025