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In this episode, travel to Igloolik for the Nunavut Quest dog team race, featuring interviews with mushers, stories from the trail, and reflections on tradition and change. Then head to Rankin Inlet’s Matchbox Gallery, where local artists share their passion for clay sculpting, creativity, and the healing power of making art. 

 We explore the legend of Nuliajuk, the sea goddess whose tragic transformation gave birth to the ocean's creatures. Told through the voice of Lizzie Ittinuar of Rankin Inlet. In Igloolik we celebrate a milestone in history: the 107th birthday of Racheal Ujarasuk, Nunavut’s oldest living woman.

 Join host Eliasha Kilabuk as master craftsman Eemeelayou Arnaquq from Iqaluit, Nunavut, demonstrates the traditional art of making a model qamutiq sled. Watch step-by-step as he carefully selects wood, measures, and assembles the sled, sharing cultural insights and stories about Inuit tools and craftsmanship.… Read more

 Join host Eliasha Kilabuk as Kippingujautiit celebrates Nunavut Day with vibrant scenes from Iqaluit’s festivities, including speeches by local leaders, traditional music, and community activities. Then, travel to Igloolik for an in-depth look at the traditional walrus hunt, exploring how the Inuit prepare and ferment walrus meat, preserving age-old customs in a changing world.

Join host Elisha Kilabuk as we celebrate Nunavut Day in Iqaluit and Taloyoak. Experience the vibrant festivities including traditional prayers, throat singing, community feasts, and heartfelt interviews with Inuit sharing their thoughts on Nunavut’s past, present, and future.… Read more

Crafting traditional kamiks (Inuit boots) is a meticulous and remarkable process. From cleaning and scraping seal skin to drying, stretching, softening, cutting, chewing, and finally sewing, every step requires skill and patience.… Read more

 For thousands of years, the Inuit have relied on the Qamutiq for transportation. Traditionally made from materials like frozen fish, bone, skins, and driftwood, these sleds were designed to glide smoothly over ice and snow. Today, modern materials such as lumber, plastic sheets, and ropes have replaced many traditional components.… Read more

Modern Inuit artists are revitalizing traditional crafts by transforming animal bones and claws into stunning jewelry and artwork. In this episode, renowned jeweler Mathew Nuginaq demonstrates his skill and creativity as he carves a striking pendant from a polar bear claw, blending heritage with contemporary artistry. 

On this episode of Welcome To Our Qammaq Guillaume Saladin and Terry Uyarak visit the Qammaq to talk about the latest Artcirq performance on board the Coast Guard ship Amundsen.

First Brodcast Wednesday October 15th, 2025