1 Canada (other than Québec)

Susan Pameok from Arviat, now in Rankin Inlet talks about the changes she would like to see in Nunavut for families and social services. In Inuktitut.

A very strong resident from Rankin Inlet, Mariah Aliyak, wants to share with other Nunavut women  how she overcame abuse by two men, one being her father. She did it publicly at home, and now on this blog, because she wants to encourage others to free themselves too. In English.

Ragely Piungituq, Clyde River: "Even if you don't become a leader, use your skills and you can learn what ever you want."

Lori Idlout, originally from Igloolik, residing in Iqaluit wants to know how the leaders keep their spirits and their strength. In Inuktitut and English.

Mary Simon talks about the needs to take care of mental health in Nunavut; how little has been done so far about that important issue.

Jeannie Evalik from Cambridge Bay asks the politicians was is done for mental health and especially depression in Nunavut.In Inuktitut.

Ann Meekitjuk Hanson asks a difficult questions: what is done about homelessness in the North?

In Inuktitut

The mayor of Iqaluit is sharing her thoughts about being a leader. In Inuktitut.

Darlene Willie ran for mayor in Arctic Bay.In Inuktitut.

Donna Adams, President of Qullit.In Inuktitut and English.

J.Okalik Eegeesiak, President of QIA talks about leadership. In Inuktitut.

Nancy Karatak-Lindell, previous federal candidate for Nunavut in the Canadian House of Commons (1997-2007). In Inuktitut.

Patty Pottle, Labrador and New Foundland.

Eva Aariak, Premier of Nunavut opens the panel discussion on Women and Political Leadership in the North. In Inuktitut.

Winnie Owingayak and Jean Simallak singing an ajaja from Baker Lake at the opening of the day.

Opening of the day: September 16th: the two sisters from Baker Lake start by a prayer that brings tears in the eyes of many of the women here.