Uquutaq Society treasurer Kathleen Gomes presents to Iqaluit city council Tuesday evening. Her society needs city support for an application to build transitional housing and a shelter in the city. (Photo by David Venn)
City's support comes with commitment to fast-track permits
A non-profit society that operates transitional housing and shelters in Iqaluit will receive a letter of support from the city for its application to get federal money for two new housing projects. Uquutaq Society is applying to the Rapid Housing Initiative for money to construct a 24-room transitional housing building where Building 803 is currently...
Iqalummiut came out to participate in a parade followed by meet-and-greet with athletes Saturday
Dozens of Iqaluit residents came out to celebrate athletes returning from the Arctic Winter Games Saturday. Residents and the families of athletes participated in a parade that begin at the Iqaluit square and ended at the Arctic Winter Games Arena, where there was also the opportunity for a meet-and-greet. The parade was previously scheduled to take place earlier this month but was rescheduled due to bad weather. Team Nunavut athletes won 52 medals at the 2023 Games, which took place in Wood Buffalo, Alta. (Photo by Meral Jamal)