Nominations are now open for the 2017 Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP). In its sixth year, the total prize amount has been increased to up to $3 million and will be awarded through three categories: 1) $1 million awarded to one team; 2) up to $500,00 awarded to up to four teams; and 3) up to $100,000 for up to seven youth teams. Nominations will be accepted until October 23, 2017.

More information about the AIP, the Nomination process and the new prize categories are available on the AIP website at www.arcticinspirationprize.ca.

Walk into the Community Centre/Hamlet Offices in Pangnirtung, and you will now be greeted by a brand new mural! Created in a workshop led by Iqaluit design organization NuSchool, Pangnirtung Youth explored their creativity using a modern medium - spray paint. The mural depicts the namesake of Pangnirtung, a bull caribou, as well as a school of Arctic char being fished from a small boat with the omnipresent mountains as a backdrop.

It is with much pride and honor that the Municipal Council congratulates the Pangnirtung athletes that will be representing Nunavut in the upcoming Arctic Winter Games.

Corey Alivaktuk – Hockey
Mary Kelly Attagoyuk – Volleyball
Joanasie Dialla – Volleyball
Sheema Ishulutaq – Volleyball
Leanne Kilabuk – Volleyball

We wish you much luck in your sports. The community of Pangnirtung will be cheering you on.

Your Honorable Mayor,
Sakiasie Sowdlooapik

The Hamlet of Pangnirtung is looking for the input of all Panniqtuurmiut. Suggest a name for your street on the community survey you will be receiving in your mailbox, or come by the Hamlet next week (starting Tuesday, October 15th). Surveys can be dropped off at the Hamlet or Post Office, and all suggestions are due by October 31st.