Through song, story, and conversation, we reveal our cultural identities. The air of Nunavut is filled with sounds, resonating in four languages. Often, the words begin to meld together. The balance between Inuktitut, Inuinnaqtun, English, and French is a delicate one. Language is dynamic, capable of adapting and evolving.
Elders are our connection to the past.
They are the keepers of our words and the builders of our cultural identity. They are our teachers. From them we learn how to live well. Through this sharing, elders guide us along the land and sea that have shaped our people. Youth face the challenge of balancing bustling modern lives with strong traditional values.