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CRITICAL ISSUES

  • In order for the government to reflect and respond to the language of the majority of Nunavummiut, the use of Inuktitut within the public service must increase.

  • There is a need for the development of new Inuktitut terminology for use in the daily operation of government.

  • The Translation Bureau requires the capacity to provide high quality translation services to the government.

  • New official language legislation is needed that will address the needs of Nunavut's Inuktitut-speaking majority, while respecting the rights of English and French speakers.

  • The Government of Nunavut requires guidance in integrating Inuit Societal Values through the application of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit.

  • There is a serious concern about the continued transmission of knowledge from the generation of Nunavummiut who grew up on the land.

  • A territorial heritage facility is urgently required.

  • There is an urgent need to undertake effective life-promoting campaigns amongst Nunavummiut.

  • Nunavummiut require more opportunities to volunteer, get involved in community activities, and learn from positive role models.

  • More active living and sport opportunities are needed in communities and between communities.

  • Investment is urgently required in the sport and recreation sectors for recreational facilities and human resources.

  • Inuit Employment plans have to be implemented to achieve increased Inuit employment.