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
Tunnganariq Nunagijavut (Welcome to Where We Live Now) is a weekly, live cultural and current affairs series produced in-house by Uvagut TV with community partners throughout Inuit Nunangat.
