NunatuKavut Community Council

NUNATUKAVUT COMMUNITY COUNCIL REJECTS MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY’S SELF-PROCLAIMED AUTHORITY ON DETERMINING INDIGENOUS IDENTITY President Russell, along with some Governing Councillor members and NCC leadership, participated in a consultation session under Memorial University of Newfoundland ‘Indigenous Verification’ process this week with First People’s Group, the Ottawa-based company retained to lead the process. While the consultation session with First People’s Group was mutually respectful, NCC expressed serious concerns about the approach Memorial is taking in which they grant themselves the authority to make decisions on Indigenous identity and that we are, therefore, participating in the process under protest. "Simply put, the university has no role in arbitrating identity nor in creating categories of ‘authentic’ identity," says President Russell. Read our full media statement by clicking on the link below. #nunatukavut #NunatuKavutInuit #WeHaveAlwaysBeenHere

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY! Women hold a special place in NunatuKavut communities, families, culture and history. They’ve been participating in activities such as fishing and hunting, while building our communities, raising children, and passing our stories and knowledge down to generations of #NunatuKavutYouth. They’ve been leaders in our communities for centuries, and continue to be leaders today. Women are one of our greatest resources and we celebrate not only the contributions they have made in the past, but also the vital roles they play in our future. We applaud and encourage their inclusion in all areas of our lives, from advancing programs and technology in our communities, protecting our lands and resources, educating our children, caring for our Elders, continuing our traditional activities, to creating policies and advocating for our rights and self-determination. This #InternationalWomensDay, we encourage you to learn about the women in your communities and understand the immense value in their inclusion. We all strive for a sense of belonging, relevance, and empowerment. This is possible when we celebrate women and when women themselves feel inspired to be included. #IWD2024 #internationalwomensday #InspireInclusion #NunatuKavutInuit #NunatuKavut #NCC #NunatuKavutWomen