By William Koblensky Varela, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Nunavut News Early childhood development program Aboriginal Head Start and the Iglulik Wellness Committee will have a new home thanks to an $18.2-million investment from the Qikiqtani Inuit Association (QIA). The QIA is building a new Saviruut building to house both groups in Iglulik, Nunavut using $15 million from the federal Indigenous Community Infrastructure Fund and $3.2 million from the Public Health Agency of Canada, it was announced on Oct. 8. “This is how we build pride in our identity, build healthier families and stronger communities,” said QIA President Olayuk Akesuk. Materials for the building are expected to be delivered on the 2027 sealift, and Arctic Fresh Projects was selected to undertake construction. QIA said there has been a longstanding need in…
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