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Nunavut ImpZem1 ntation Commission 1&hy by: JLC ~epro~r iC In: 1997 Reports of the Nun a vut lmplemen tation Commission June 30, 1998 Table of Contents 1. The Future of Work in Nunavut Conference: Final Report March 3-5, 1997, lqaluit June 30,1997 2. Integrating Inuit Rights and Public Law in Nunavut: a Draft Nunavut Wildlife Act October 17,1997 THE FUTURE OF WORK IN NUNAVUT CONFERENCE 3 - 5 March 1997 lqaluit This document is also available in French, lnuktitut and Inuinnaqtun, as well as in multiple formats: large print, audio cassette, braille and computer diskette. ISBN 1-896548-24-5 0~4~L<LL\cnPYC Nunavut Hivumukpalianikhaagut Katimayit Nunavut lmplementation Commission Commission d'etablissement du Nunavut June 30, 1997 To the Reader The creation of Nunavut is the result of 25 years of effort by the people of Nunavut to regain control of their destiny. The people of Nunavut will have come a long way in a very short period of time. April 1,I 999 represents a major milestone on the long hard road to self-determination. It also marks the beginning of the real work that remains to be done - the daily challenge of improving the quality of life in the communities. In preparation for the post-1999 period, the Nunavut lmplementation Commission has begun to shift its focus from designing the Nunavut Government to addressing social and economic policy issues. A government administrative structure is an empty shell without a social and economic agenda to guide it. The Future of Work in Nunavut Conference succeeded in putting us back in touch with our common goals. The conference identified issues that will form the basis of a new social and economic agenda - one that is 'made in Nunavut" and one that reflects the needs, values and aspirations of our society. The format of the conference allowed us to initiate a dialogue with people from communities, from all regions and from all walks to life, young and old alike. They told us that charting our path to the future requires understanding the past, and that by revitalising our culture and traditions we would emerge refreshed and able to find solutions to the problems we face today. This simple, yet profound message, was conveyed throughout much of what was said. Our future prosperity also depends on our ability to take advantage of the tools that are currently available to us to make our vision a reality. The conference demonstrated that the people of Nunavut have the capacity to lead the way in using modem technology to achieve their objectives. On behalf of the Nunavut lmplementation Commission I would like to thank all of the many individuals and organizations that contributed to the success of The Future of Work in Nunavut Conference. With your continued interest and support, we can build a better future. Chief Commissioner Nunavut lmplementation Commission P.O. Bow 1109. Iqalul. NT XOA OHO, Tel: (81 9)9794199 Fax: (81 9)9796862 The Nunavut Implementation Commission would like to thank all the people, organizations and communities that contributed to the success of The Future of Work in Nunavut Conference. COMMUNITIES The Town of lqaluit The Hamlet of Baker Lake The Hamlet of Cambridge Bay The Hamlet of Gjoa Haven The Hamlet of Grise Fiord The Hamlet of lgloolik The Hamlet of Rankin Inlet The Hamlet of Repulse Bay The Hamlet of Taloyoak COMMUNITY DISCUSSION GROUPS Facilitators-Eva Adams, Peter Akkikungnaq, Paul Emingak, Joe lyerak, John Kaunak, Meeka Kiguktak, Thomas Kudloo, Thomas Tiktak and Jimmy Oleekatalik and all the people who reported on group discussions. OPENING AND CLOSING CEREMONIES Akeeshoo Joamie, Jayko Pitseolak, David Serkoak and his drum dancers, and Joe Kilabuk. PRESENTERS, MODERATORS AND PANELISTS John Amagoalik, Mary Simon, Meeka Kilabuk, Jose Kusugak, Jimi Onalik, Sandra Inutiq, Joe Kunuk, Raurri Ellsworth, Jochebed Avingaq, Charlie Crow, Lucassie Arragutainaq, Elijah Erkloo, Martha Flaherty, Simon Awa, Mike McCracken, Joe Enook, Natsiq Alainga-Kango, Jack Kupeuna, Joe Attagutaluk, George Berthe, Bert Rose, Clara O'Gorman, Goo Arlooktoo, Laura Gauthier, Francine Gauthier-Jones, and Davidee Arnakak. CONFERENCE ORGANISATION Members of The Future of Work in Nunavut Conference Steering Committee- Randy Ames, Sharlyn Ayotte, Wendy Ellis, Peter Ernerk, Katherine Fry, Lynn Jamieson, Clara O'Gorman, Bert Rose and Liz Snider. Support and assistance from Simon Awa, Linda Archibald, Elisapi Davidee, Gilles de Chantal, Peter Fields, Ian Fraser, Bing He, Martha Justus, Eeta Kanayuk, Joanassie Kanayuk, Hugh Lloyd, and Quatsia Qavavau. TRANSLATION AND INTERPRETATION Translation-Leah Idlout-Paulson (Inuktitut), John Komak and Janet McGrath (Inuinnaqtun), Marie-Cecile Brasseur (French) Interpretation-Nunavut Tusaavut Interpreting Services-Duncan Cunningham and the interpreters Deborah Qitsualik, BlondinaTulugarjuk, Mary Nashook, Adam Pitseolak, and Rhoda Arreak Sign Language Interpreters-Monty Brigham, Brian Hunter, and Phil Parker Accessibility Design-T-Base Research & Development. CATERING IN IQALUIT Nunavut Catering and Consulting Services-Doug Lem and his team of assistants and students in Iqaluit. CONFERENCE BROADCAST Host Abraham Tagalik, and Patti Billings, Pitseolak Kilabuk, Brett Pollock, Ken Todd and the Inuit Communications Systems Limited crew. SPONSORS Federal Government Human Resources Development Canada: Employability & Social Partnerships Office for Disability Issues Youth Initiative Program Indian and Northern Affairs: Aboriginal Workforce Participation Initiative Funding & Institutional Development (Yellowknife Regional Office) Nunavut Secretariat Industry Canada: Aboriginal Business Canada Public Service Commission: Diversity Management Directorate Government of the Northwest Territories Department of Education, Culture and Employment Department of Executive Department of Finance Department of Health and Social Services Department of Justice Department of Municipal and Community Affairs Department of Transportation Department of Public Works and Services Department of Resources, Wildlife and Economic Development Department of Safety & Public Services lnuit Organizations and Businesses Arctic Co-operatives Limited First Air lnuusiqsiuvik Baffin Treatment Centre Nunasi Corporation Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated Pan Arctic lnuit Logistics Limited Pairiyait Tigummivik Elders Society of lqaluit Qikiqtaaluk Corporation Toonoonik Co-op Hotel Private Sector Arctic Ventures Bradda Printing Coman Arctic Galleries Limited Cominco/Polaris Mine Discovery Lodge Hotel Elks Club of lqaluit Frobisher Inn Hotel Frontec Corporation & North Warning Project Navigator Inn Hotel Northern Transportation Company Limited and NorTerra NorthwesTel Northwest Territorial Airways (NWT Air) Northwest Territories Teacher's Association Royal Bank of Canada Telesat Canada Television Northern Canada Tittaq Baffin Office Products Limited 1.0 Introduction ................................................................................................. 13 2.0 Background .................................................................................................14 2.1 The Nunavut Implementation Commission .........................................14 2.2 Rationale ............................................................................................. 14 2.3 Objectives ........................................................................................... 16 2.4 Organisation and Fund-raising............................................................ 17 3.0 Conference Design ...................................................................................... 18 3.1 Ovewiew ............................................................................................18 3.2 Participants .........................................................................................18 3.3 Agenda and Format ............................................................................ 19 3.3.1 Agenda ....................................................................................19 3.3.2 Modifications to the Agenda ..................................................... 20 3.3.3 Background Papers ..................................................................20 3.3.4 Presentations and Panels ........................................................20 3.4 Telecommunications ..........................................................................21 3.4.1 Interactive Community Consultive Model .................................21 3.4.2 Connecting the Community Discussion Groups .......................21 3.4.3 Broadcast Site ..........................................................................22 3.4.4 Live Production ........................................................................22 3.4.5 Technology ............................................................................... 22 3.4.6 TVNC Viewing Audience .......................................................... 23 3.5 Accessibility Design ............................................................................ 23 3.5.1 Information Access ................................................................... 23 3.5.2 Physical Access ....................................................................... 24 3.6 Assessment ........................................................................................ 25 3.6.1 Agenda and Format ................................................................. 25 3.6.2 Telecommunications ................................................................. 26 3.6.3 Accessibility ............................................................................
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