City events for July 1

June 29, 2021

City events for July 1

As further confirmations of the atrocities that were committed against Indigenous Peoples in Canada are brought to light, we are forced, as a nation, to confront in a more meaningful way, the harsh realities and indignations that survivors have been sharing with us for decades.

We are reminded, with these recent confirmations of unmarked, and mass graves at Residential School sites across the country, that the Indian Residential School program was designed to undermine the very fabric of Indigenous communities. The systemic separation of children and families has created far-reaching, generational impacts, felt by Indigenous Peoples across the country.

As a department, we understand our role within the community to create opportunities for connection. We also acknowledge that we are just one of the many groups in town that are involved in creating and developing community, and are grateful for the guidance and supports of our community partners as we navigate this issue.

This year, our July 1st celebrations will be focused on fostering opportunities for Iqalummiut to celebrate family connections. This year's activities are focused on children, and families. As a reminder that Every Child Matters we encourage the community to show their support by wearing orange.

Below are what we are both planning to host and to support for this year’s July 1st Events:

• Free Public Skate at Arnaitok from 3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. and 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. (limited to the first 25 people)

• Free Turf Time at AWG Arena from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. (limited to the first 25 people)

• Free Swim at the Aquatics Centre from 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. – 4 p.m. (limited to lane swim)

• Youth Centre Bonfire outside the Youth Centre from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. (limited to 25 people)

• Tukisigiarvik Inuit Village & Family Celebration at Iqaluit Square – hours to be determined

• Expect family-focused popups throughout the day across different areas of the Community.

For all events, staff will be on site to ensure current public health orders are being adhered to.

For additional information: 

Billy Andersen 

Recreation Programmer 

B.Andersen@iqaluit.ca | 879-979-5627

 

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