CULTURE AND HERITAGE

Director of Culture and Heritage
Dr. Douglas Stenton
Tel: (867) 975.5524
e-mail: dstenton1@gov.nu.ca

The Culture and Heritage branch is responsible for the conservation, protection, promotion and enhancement of the cultural richness of Nunavut. These objectives are achieved through the development and delivery of archaeology, toponymy, museums, archives and library policies, programs and services. The branch oversees library services for Nunavummiut, provides grants and contributions to assist community-based heritage initiatives, and supports the growth and development of Nunavut's artistic community.

Objectives:

• Work to enhance the conditions under which Nunavut's artistic community can flourish

• Protect, enhance and promote Nunavut's culture and heritage through effective archaeology, archives, and toponymy programs and services.

• Ensure the long-term protection, conservation and development of Nunavut's heritage collections.

• Promote community libraries as key centers of information and learning for Nunavummiut, including Inuktitut language use and retention.

• Enhance library services through patron-oriented access, and through professional development and training for staff.