3rd Annual Nunatsiavut Day

Tomorrow marks the second annual and 17 years later of the Nunatsiavut and the establishment of self-government.

December 1, 2005 was a momentous day for Labrador Inuit, as it marked the end of more than 30 years of negotiations and hard work on the part of a lot of people, and began a new chapter in our history.

We have made significant strides over the years addressing the many social and economic needs of our people and our communities. While we still face enormous challenges, we realize we are the architects of our own fate, and history has demonstrated that we are resilient, determined and, above all, proud.

The challenges we face will make us much stronger tomorrow as we continue to adapt to modern society. While we remember those who survived before us, and acknowledge the hardships Inuit have overcome over the years, we must also look forward and appreciate just how far we’ve come.

And continue to embrace all of the positive changes that are taking place around us.