Iqaluit, Nunavut (June 13, 2011) – The 2011 Kivalliq Community Tour with Nunasi Corporation and NorTerra Inc. spokesperson Jordin Tootoo successfully landed in all seven communities in the Kivalliq region of Nunavut.

The tour began on the evening of June 6 in Rankin Inlet and ended on the evening of June 9 in Arviat. The tour included speakers from our sponsors Nunasi Corporation, NorTerra Inc., Nunavut Tunngavik Inc., Canadian North, Kivalliq Services Ltd. and the NHLPA.

“I’m thankful for the warm reception we received in every community. We had a great turnout and everything went as planned. In 2008, we began awarding every high school graduate in Nunavut with a Nunasi grad jacket. It was inspiring to see a sense of achievement as we recognized each graduate and presented them with their grad jacket.” said Tim Zehr, President/COO, Nunasi Corporation.

The tour’s featured speaker was Nunasi/NorTerra spokesperson, Jordin Tootoo.

“Jordin spoke about the importance of getting an education and the need to confide with trusted family and friends in trying times. He encouraged all youth to set goals and to try their best in whatever path they choose. These are messages we support and we are glad we were able to help get the message out to many youth.” said Mark Gardhouse, President & CEO, NorTerra Inc.

The community tour has been taking place since 2004 and has since been to every community in Nunavut. The tour rotates between regions annually and will next be held in the Qikiqtaaluk region.

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For more information contact:

Franco Buscemi
Director, Communications and Marketing
P) 867 979 2160
C) 867 222 2477

Congratulations Charlie Evalik

Charlie Evalik has received an Honorary Doctorate of Laws from the University of Alberta for his long-standing contributions to Nunavut and Inuit.

While serving on the Nunasi Board of Trustees Charlie has helped develop Nunasi into a successful development corporation with his foresight and drive to help Inuit.

Nunasi Corporation congratulates Charlie for his achievement and welcomes his ongoing support and involvement with the corporation.

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Nunasi and NorTerra Announces Community Tour Schedule with Jordin Tootoo

Iqaluit, Nunavut (May 19, 2011) – Nunasi Corporation and NorTerra have released the schedule for the 2011 Kivalliq community tour beginning in Rankin Inlet at 7PM on June 6, 2011, commencing in Arviat on the evening of June 9, 2011.

The tour featuring corporate spokesperson of Nunasi and NorTerra, Jordin Tootoo, will make a stop in every Kivalliq community over the course of four days.

“The message Jordin shares with youth about setting goals and being dedicated are values we want to promote. We are delighted to be able to facilitate the tour annually with the regions and communities.” said Tim Zehr, President/COO of Nunasi Corporation.

The community tour has been taking place since 2004. The tour rotates between regions annually. The last time the tour was in the Kivalliq region was in 2006.

For a complete schedule visit http://nunasi.com/2011kivalliqtour.

 

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For more information contact:

Franco Buscemi
Director, Communications and Marketing

P) 867 979 2160
C) 867 222 2477

Frobuild under new management by Northern Industrial Sales

Iqaluit, Nunavut (April 12, 2011) – Nunasi Corporation and Qikitaaluk Corporation today announced that the Frobuild (2006) Ltd. in Iqaluit is under new management by Northern Industrial Sales Ltd.

Frobuild is a lumber and hardware-retail outlet jointly owned by Nunasi and QC since 2006.

“The experience Northern Industrial Sales Ltd. has in providing industrial supplies in the Arctic is an asset Nunasi and QC are pleased to bring into Frobuild.” said Tim Zehr, President/COO of Nunasi Corporation.  

Northern Industrial Sales is a NorTerra owned company which is 50 % owned by Nunasi. Northern Industrial Sales has branches in Inuvik, Yellowknife, Whitehorse, Watson Lake, Terrace, Dawson City, Chetwynd, Prince George, Quesnel, Edmonton and Fort McKay making Northern Industrial Sales the largest provider of industrial supplies north of 60.

“Since 2007, Northern Industrial Sales has built a strong track record in serving its customers. Under the management of Northern Industrial Sales Frobuild is now better positioned to enhance service to customers and partners by gaining benefits associated with higher volume purchasing. The focus is on offering a service that is professional, prompt and infused with local knowledge.” said Harry Flaherty, President, Qikiqtaaluk Corporation.

“We look forward to complimenting Frobuild’s existing operation by bringing our procurement, logistics and customer service support to the business” says David Balicki, President, Northern Industrial Sales.

Over the next three months the new management team lead by Aaron Walker will evaluate the needs of industry, community and its customers to allow Frobuild to be in the best position to be of service to its customers.

 

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For more information contact:

Franco Buscemi
Director, Communications and Marketing

P) 867 979 2160
C) 867 222 2477

 

Nunasi Scholarships 

 

Nunasi Corporation awards up to eight $2500 scholarships annually.

The Nunasi Scholarship has been established to encourage Inuit to continue with their education and pursue academic excellence.

Eligible applicants must be Beneficiaries of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement and enrolled in a recognized, accredited educational institution for the 2011/2012 academic year. Mature adult education students may also apply.

Deadline for submissions is Aug. 31, 2011

Applicant must:

• Be enrolled as a Beneficiary of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement.
  
  
• Submit an enrolment or acceptance letter from an appropriate accredited institution (accredited college, university, technical or adult education program.)
  
  
• Be enrolled as a full-time student in the upcoming semester.
  
  
• Submit two reference letters from non-family members.
  
  
• Submit the most recent transcript with the application to support academic performance.

Application forms must be submitted to:

Nunasi Scholarship Program
PO Box 1559
Iqaluit, NU
X0A-0H0

Download the application form. 

Jose Kusugak (May 2, 1950 - Jan. 19, 2011)

Photo courtesy of Nunavut Tunngavik Inc.

Jose Kusugak, a friend, a colleague, a dedicated leader, you will be missed. 

Elders Jackets

Starting in 2008 Nunasi Corporation has proudly presented every Inuit Beneficiary enrolled under the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement with a gift on their 60th birthday.

On reaching the age of 60 each Beneficiary receives a micro-fleece jacket courtesy of the Nunasi Corporation.

Nunasi Corporation 2010 Year-in-Review

Highlights

• Nunasi awarded all Nunavut high school graduates with a grad jacket.
  
  
• Beneficiaries of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement celebrating their 65^th birthdayreceived a gift from Nunasi.
  
  
• Nunasi and Kitikmeot Corporation held a grand opening of Larga Kitikmeot Boarding Home on May 29 in Yellowknife. 
  
  
• Nunasi’s official spokesperson, Jordin Tootoo went on a speaking tour in the Kitikmeot region. 
  
  
• The Nunasi Trust declared a dividend of $462 887 that was distributed to the Regional Inuit Associations.
  
  
• Eight $2500 Nunasi scholarships were awarded to Caroline Ipeelie-Qiatsuk; Diane Iyago; Kiah Aqattuaq Hachey; Nancy Mike; Marie Belleau; Rebecca Jones; Rebecca Mearns and Samuel Huyer.
  
  
• Nunasi and the Kitikmeot Corporation held a joint synergy forum.

Corporate Sponsorships

Nunasi had the pleasure of sponsoring numerous community events, teams and groups including the following:

• Alianait Arts Festival.
  
   
• Arctic Bay sports teams. 
  
  
• Aqsarniit Middle School education tour and soccer tournament.
  
  
• Bowhead whale hunts in Kugaaruk, Repulse Bay and Pond Inlet. 
  
  
• Christmas celebrations in all Nunavut communities, Larga Kitikmeot, Larga Baffin, Larga Ltd and Kivalliq Inuit Centre.
  
  
• Hockey Nunavut.
  
  
• Inumariit Music Society.
  
  
• Kitikmeot Cup.
  
  
• Northern Youth Abroad program.
  
  
• Nunavut Basketball team.
  
  
• Nunavut Day celebrations in all Nunavut communities and Yellowknife.
  
  
• Nunavut Sivuniksavut cultural exchange trip.
  
  
• Nunavut Speed Skating.
  
  
• NWT & Nunavut Crime Stoppers.
  
  
• Qikiqtarjuaq School playground project.
  
  
• Tungasuvvingat Inuit Annual Golf Tournament and Christmas celebrations.

Happy Nunavut Day

July 9th 2010

Nunasi Corporation, Board of Directors, staff and official spokesperson Jordin Tootoo would like to congradulate Nunavut on its anniversary. To assist each community's Nunavut Day celebrations, Nunasi will donate $500 to every community in Nunavut.

View our advertisement in Inuktitut and English.

We are also having a BBQ to celebrate Nunavut Day on site at  Larga Kitikmeot in Yellowknife. See full details and see you there. 

Larga Kitikmeot

May 29th 2010

Health Minister Leona Aglukkaq officially opened the Larga Kitikmeot boarding home, residence in Yellowknife, NT. The brand new Larga Kitikmeot boarding home provides a safe and comfortable home like atmosphere for Inuit traveling from the Kitikmeot region of Nunavut for medical services in Yellowknife.

Larga Kitikmeot is equally owned by Kitikmeot Corporation and Nunasi Corporation.