Nominations are now open for the 2022 Council of Federation Literacy Award. Premier P.J. Akeeagok is accepting applications to recognize an individual who supports, encourages, and shares ways to strengthen literacy skills in Nunavut.
The 2022 Nunavut Council of the Federation Literacy Award will be awarded to an individual who supports and inspires others to use Inuktut and develop their literacy skills – oral, written or through artistic expression.
Nominate someone who has gone above and beyond to support and encourage others to develop their literacy skills. It could be a student, a teacher, a community volunteer, an Elder or a co-worker who promotes the importance of learning and connection, even throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. The winner will be recognized with a medallion and certificate presented by Premier Akeeagok in the fall. They will also receive a $300.00 bursary to put toward their education.
The nomination form can be found here.
Deadline for nominations is July 8, 2022.
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To nominate someone or for more information, contact:
Chelsea Halvorson
Senior Communications Officer
Department of Executive and Intergovernmental Affairs
867-975-6048
communications@gov.nu.ca