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Premier Savikataaq pays tribute to the Ahiarmiut relocatees

Last updated Thursday, November 30, 2023

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Premier Savikataaq pays tribute to the Ahiarmiut relocatees

Premier Joe Savikataaq today released the following statement:

“After a long, painful journey to an apology, today we begin to heal. The forced relocation of the Ahiarmiut has been a shared trauma for many families, and has impacted generations in our communities.

I thank Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, the Honourable Carolyn Bennett for being here to deliver this apology on behalf of the federal government. I also want to recognize

David Serkoak, president of the Ahiarmiut Relocation Society, for his tireless work and dedication over the last 25 years. It’s been a long road to finally receive the recognition and expression of regret you deserve.

Being from Arviat, I have seen firsthand the pain and intergenerational impacts of this forced relocation. Now, after 70 years, it feels like the path to recovery can finally start.”

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Media Contact:

Cate Macleod Press Secretary
Office of Premier Savikataaq
867-975-5059
@email

Document(s):

2019-01_st_premier_premier_savikataaq_pays_tribute_to_the_ahiarmiut_re._1_0.pdf

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