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Read how we’re building stronger, more connected communities across the North.

Michael Jay with the AWG 2026 team, Northern Tails and Northwestel.

Building excitement for the Arctic Winter Games: Partnership, pride and the road to 2026 Games

Wondering who the fox is? That’s Michael Jay, the official mascot of the 2026 Arctic Winter Games and the star of Northern Tails. Representing the...

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Handmade with heart: Honouring Nunavut Day through DIY

“If you have a passion, keep trying. There will always be mistakes, but that is how we learn. Practice makes perfect.” - Gloria Issumatarjuak, 2024...

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Rooted in community, rising in Pride: A story from Mayo

On Saturday, June 7, the town of Mayo gathered for its second-ever Pride parade, an event rooted in memory and embraced by the community. For...

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Apply anyway: A Northern Futures Scholarship story

Each year, the Northern Futures Scholarship supports students from across the North as they pursue post-secondary education. It's not just about funding but also about...

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Ramon Joseph Santos signing his artwork, Salmon Aurora - as above, so below. Photography: Justin Apperley

Northern fusion: Salmon Aurora blends the best of the Yukon to win!

Sometimes it takes a fresh perspective to see the connections between our most cherished symbols. And having lived around the world before settling in Dawson...

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Smarter homes for a greener Yukon

This Earth Day, we’re celebrating smart choices that help you save energy and support a more sustainable North. One of the simplest and most impactful...

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Northern roots, Digital routes: Meet Inuk talent David Aglukark

Hailing from Nunavut, David seamlessly melds tradition with modern innovation. He is making a significant mark as the featured artist for our 2024 Northwestel Reconciliation...

Joshua Qaumariaq holding his artwork - Nanurluk Shapeshifter

Bringing Nunavut stories to life, in a big way

“I don’t know, the world is weird. Why can’t it be that weird?” That’s Inuk artist Joshua Qaumariaq describing the vision behind his latest artwork...

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2025 NWT Directory Art winner - Deanna Ehalt-Zawyrucha

A painter’s flight: Deanna Ehalt-Zawyrucha’s story

“I remember just sitting on a balcony every evening after work, in awe of the sunsets and all the unique planes that would fly by,”...

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