Jerry Ell

Host Henry Naulaq speaks with guest Jerry Ell. Jerry Ell is a carver and his work is well known around the world. On this show he shows us how he carves out his artwork. He sells his carvings on social media and in different locations within his community.

Unaaq (Harpoon)

The Unaaq (Harpoon) has many uses for the Inuit, two main uses are for harpooning a catch such as seals at their breathing holes, walruses, whales and other sea and land animals such as caribou. This ancient weapon was also used to make sure the ice is safe, by harpooning the ice you will step on. For many years Inuit made this tool from animal bones and used dried walrus intestines cut up to make rope. Today, Inuit make their harpoons from what is readily available in modern technology such as steep rods for the fore shaft and their heads, the arrow from brass, steel or aluminum. A hunter from Iqaluit, Jerry Ell will take us through the many steps to make a modern harpoon and he will also show us the way he makes an arrow.

Qamutiq

For thousands of years Inuit has used the Qamutiq in the north as a means of transportation. Back them it could have been made from frozen fish and freezing ice under to make it run smooth and fast. Other things such as bone and skins, driftwood and whatever would have been used as well. In this episode we will watch a more modern way a sled would be made. These days’ ropes are used rather than animal products. Lumber is used as well as plastic sheets for the bottom. We will watch Jerry Ell make a Qamutiq for a child to slide and play with.

Jerry Cans

Jerry Cans are the most active musical band based in Iqaluit traveling all over the world. A fusion of folk, rock, reggae, throat singing, fiddle and accordion they perform original songs and popular cover songs in Inuktitut. Led by couple Nancy Mike and Andrew Morrison who are raising 2 daughters within this heavily musical family. We talk to Nancy about her unique band, how she began her career and her musical inspirations.

Maggie Akittiq

Call in show topic: Health in Nunavut. Guests Natsiq Kango and recently appointed Health Minister Monica Ell, Monica discuss the issue and state of health care in Nunavut.

Jobie Weetaluktuk, Rebecca Anaviapik Soucie

Rebecca Anaviapik Soucie reads the current news including Russian and Canadian adventure skiers travel to North Pole. Elisapee Davidee interviews Mary Simon about the Canadian Commission for Unesco meeting held in Yellowknife. Opening of the Auyuittuq Park Lodge in Pangnirtung Nunavut. Aksayuk Ettooangat cuts the ribbon. Host Jobie Weetaluktuk interviews health department committee chair person, George Iqaluk about the renovation of the Qikiqtaaluk hospital in Iqaluit. The Nunavut Planning Commission meeting is held in Iqaluit. Jobie interviews Johnny Mike and Ben Ell about their negotiating training and identify what lands and what significant issues for Nunavut will be subject to negotiation. Jobie interviews Atii chair person, John Hicks, about business management training at Arctic College, Nunatta Campus, Iqaluit.

Anguti Johnston and Vinnie Karetak Guest Speakers: Jeannie Arreak, Lissa Ninguq and Leena Evic from Pirruvik.

Topic: Educational system in northern schools. Learning life skills and traditional learning. The Jerry Cans perform.

Charlie Panigoneak

An interview with the mayor of Gjoa Haven on the opening of the new arena. Nelson Takijuq discusses how Gjoa Haven formed a community after they were relocated. Charlie Panigoneak interviews Jerry Arvik on how he whistles using his fingers.