KIA Congratulates New NIYC President
Press Release
June 8, 2017 — The President of the Kivalliq Inuit Association, David Ningeongan, would like to congratulate Arviat resident Ruth Kaviok on being elected as the National Inuit Youth Council (NIYC) President.
“On behalf of the Kivalliq Inuit Association we are very proud of Ruth and know that her skills, ambitions and achievements make her an ideal President to represent and advocate for Inuit Youth all across Canada.”
“Youth play a vital role within Inuit culture and have immense potential to influence and guide decisions within Inuit Nunangat and Kivalliq specifically. We as decision makers need to take into account the thoughts and interests of Youth when looking ahead to the future.”
“On behalf of myself and the entire KIA organization we wish you heart felt congratulations and all the best in your new endeavour as NIYC President.”
David Ningeongan
President, Kivalliq Inuit Association
For further information:
Lucy Maynard
A/Director of Communications lmaynard@kivalliqinuit.ca
Ph: 867-645-5725
Toll free: 1-800-220-6581
Whale Tail IIBA Signing Ceremony
Baker Lake, June 15
June 8, 2017 — The Kivalliq Inuit Association and Agnico Eagle Mines would like to invite the community of Baker Lake to attend a Whale Tail IIBA Signing Ceremony in Baker Lake on June 15, 2017.
This event will include the formal signing of an Inuit Impact and Benefits Agreement for the Whale Tail Project located near the Meadowbank Mine.
The singing ceremony will begin at 5:30 PM at the Community Hall and be followed by a Community Feast and Square Dance.
PRESIDENT’S SCHEDULE
June 19 – 21
NTI Executive &
Makigiaqta Board
Meeting
For further information:
Lucy Maynard
A/Director of Communications lmaynard@kivalliqinuit.ca
P.O. Box 340, Rankin Inlet, NU X0C 0G0
Ph: 867-645-5725
Toll free: 1-800-220-6581
Dale Coffin
Corporate Director, Communications
dale.coffin@agnicoeagle.com
Agnico Eagle
Tel:416-847-8669
www.agnicoeagle.com
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