The Inuit Studies Conference is a multidisciplinary and international conference that brings together university researchers and students, as well as professionals, directors, teachers, decision-makers, from Inuit organizations, institutions, and governments.

The conference includes cultural activities and workshops of interest to the general public.

The University of Winnipeg and the new Inuit art centre, Qaumajuq – Winnipeg Art Gallery will be hosting this event in person from Wednesday, April 6 to Saturday, April 9, 2022, on Treaty 1 Territory in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

They are currently accepting applications for artists who wish to attend the conference and sell their work.

You may check out the application and apply online and the Deadline for applications is on December 15th, 2021.

Yesterday, Nunatsiavut President Johannes Lampe issued the following statement:

December 6th, 2021 marked the 30th anniversary of National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.

This was established in 1991 by the Government of Canada, to honour 14 young women who were shot and killed on December 6, 1989, at Montreal’s Ecole Polytechnique.

These women were targeted simply because of their gender and they had chosen to study engineering, a field traditionally dominated by men.

As we remember those whose lives have been taken away, it is important we continue to raise awareness about the misogyny that still is very much present in our communities, region, Province and country.

We also remember the many other victims of gender-based violence, including 2SLGBTQQIA+ (two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual, plus) and gender diverse individuals who regularly face discrimination, ridicule and profound acts of violence.

As a memorial to the 14 young women who were killed on December 6, 1989, and to all those who have lost their lives to gender-based violence, flags were being flown at half mast yesterday at Nunatsiavut Government buildings.

The Flummies are very well known across Labrador region and elsewhere.

The Flummies were awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from MusicNL, the provincial Music Association.

Leander Baikie is one of the Flummies Group.

He says they went out to St. John’s to receive the award last Saturday and was so happy to receive this award.

Click here to hear Baikie tell you more about the presentation. Congratulations to the Flummies!

Today, December 6, Newfoundland and Labrador has seven new confirmed cases of COVID-19 since the last public advisory. Contact tracing by Public Health is underway and anyone considered a close contact has been advised regarding quarantine according to current guidelines.

In the Western Health region:

One between 40-49 years of age;
One between 50-59 years of age;
One between 60-69 years of age; and,
Four 70 years of age and older.

There are four females and three males. Four cases are contacts of previously known cases and three are under investigation.

There have been 14 new recoveries, six in the Eastern Health region, four in the Central Health region and four in the Western Health region and 2,033 people have recovered. There is no one in hospital because of COVID-19.

There are currently 13 active cases of COVID-19 in the province. The regional breakdown of the active cases is as follows:

Eastern Health – 2
Central Health – 0
Labrador-Grenfell Health – 0
Western Health – 11

The number of tests that have been administered is not available at this time due to the ongoing IT outage.

It was Gala Night for the provinces music industry on Saturday, December 4th,2021.

Music week celebrations wrapped up on stage at Holy Heart Theatre in St. John’s, NL.

Executive director for MusicNL, Rhonda Tulk Lane says they had a great evening of local entertainment lined up while recognizing those working in the industry.

Performers include Kelly McMichael, Sherman Downy, Ohfra Harnoy, Clara Follett, Carolina East, Kellie Loder, Fine Lads, Duane Andrews, The Flummies, Justin Fancy, King Sway and Kubasonics.

The Lifetime Achievement Award went to the Flummies, Jim Payne and Lynda Byrne were also recognized for their tireless efforts in the industry.

Congratulations to all.

The weekly live COVID briefings are scheduled to wrap up for the year mid-month.

The last live COVID briefing is expected on Wednesday, December 15th. However, regular updates will be sent out by release on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday until December 22nd.

That will change if the COVID situation changes, meaning updates or live briefings will be scheduled as needed.

The Public Utility Board froze the fuel prices for the North Coast last week and everyone is concerned about how high it is.

We spoke with the MHA for the Torngat Mountains district, Lela Evans.

She says she is concerned about how it is going to affect our ways for wooding and hunting.

Evans also talks about the last trip for the Kamutik W for the year.

Click here to find out more.

Today, December 3rd, Newfoundland and Labrador has five new confirmed cases of COVID-19 since the last public advisory. Contact tracing by Public Health is underway and anyone considered a close contact has been advised regarding quarantine according to current guidelines.

In the Eastern Health region:

One between 40-49 years of age.

The case is a female and is a contact of a previously known case.

In the Western Health region:

One between 20-39 years of age; and,

Three between 50-59 years of age.

There are three females and one male. Two cases are contacts of previously known cases and two are under investigation.

There have been seven new recoveries, four in the Eastern Health region and three in the Western Health region and 2,019 people have recovered. There is no one in hospital because of COVID-19.

There are currently 20 active cases of COVID-19 in the province. The regional breakdown of the active cases is as follows:

Eastern Health – 8

Central Health – 4

Labrador-Grenfell Health – 0

Western Health – 8

The number of tests that have been administered is not available at this time due to the ongoing IT outage.

The Department of Justice and Public Safety is kicking off a holiday fire safety campaign to provide tips on how to help you protect yourself and your family this holiday season.

Once a week during the month of December, the department will issue a Public Advisory to ensure residents keep fire safety top-of-mind as you celebrate the holidays.

As you begin to ‘Deck the Halls,’ remember that while the lights of the Christmas season bring a festive and warm atmosphere to trees, boats and homes, you should take these steps to help manage lights safely:

– Purchase the appropriate lights and accessories for the job, such as outdoor lights and extension cords for the exterior and interior lights for inside the home;
– Never use lit candles to decorate your tree;
– Purchase the proper clips and hangers for your lights. Avoid using nails, screws and staples;
– Inspect light strings and extension cords before use. If there is any sign of damage to the cords or light sockets, they should not be used;
– Ensure extension cords have a rating that meets your needs, and if it is being used outside, the cord must be designated for exterior use;
– Never overload electrical outlets;
– Avoid stringing different light types together. For example, do not plug a string of new LED lights into an older, incandescent one; and
– Never pinch extension cords by running them through doorways or windows.

The Department of Justice and Public Safety wishes all residents a safe and happy holiday season.

The Annual Wolverine Shield Volleyball Tournament in Makkovik will be going ahead this year.

The Wolverine Shield Volleyball tournament will be for men and women ages 13 years and older with an admission fee of $15 per player.

Each team must have a minimum of 5 players and a maximum of 6 players.

It will take place at the J.C Erhardt Memorial School Gymnasium from Monday, December 27th to Wednesday the 29th, 2021.

The deadline to register your teams is on Christmas Day, December 25th, 2021.