As Nunavut turns 20, its economy is the fastest-growing in the country, but it’s still plagued with social problems and some Inuit want self-government
IQALUIT, Nunavut — Fireworks exploded over Frobisher Bay while sled dogs chained to the sea ice howled and barked in the new capital of Iqaluit the night Nunavut was born.
Some, like Aluki Kotierk, head of the group that administers the Nunavut land claim, say the territory may no longer serve the interests of the people it was created for. Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. is considering self-government for Inuit, separate from the territory.“We think Inuit life would be in a much better position in terms of social, cultural and economic well-being if had been implemented effectively,” Kotierk says. “We’re taking an exercise to see what our options are.
A healing-focused correctional facility has opened in Rankin Inlet. Health centres have been built in outlying communities. A long-awaited substance abuse treatment centre is finally promised for Iqaluit.But not all Inuit are along for the ride, says Redfern.
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