Qiqirtaq High School

Gjoa Haven, NU

Through our commitment to the Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (IQ) principles, the mission of Quqshuun and Qiqirtaq Schools is to ensure that all students will develop the skills, confidence and cultural pride required to fulfill their dreams, realize their ambitions, become lifelong learners and contribute to their community.

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Population of Gjoa Haven

1,446

Languages Spoken

Inuktitut

English

Grades

Grades 7 - 12

About Qiqirtaq High Shcool


We are a school of about 180 students, with over 10 staff members and one full-time principal. We're located in a friendly, culturally rich and welcoming community. We provide programming from grades seven to twelve.

Qiqirtaq High School learners are always eager to participate in building, art, movement, and creativity sessions. Unfortunately, most schools in Nunavut have a limited number of rooms where they can host video conference sessions. This means that space can be limited, but with enough notice, accommodations can be made to allow additional space.

The Nattilik Heritage Society (and Centre) located in Gjoa Haven, has a mandate to preserve and promote the culture and heritage of Nattilingmiut. It is also to lead initiatives which generate social, cultural and economic benefit in the community. The Nattilik (Netsilik) Heritage Centre presents an account of the Nattilik people through their stories, images and local Inuit art and craft. The heritage centre will play an important role in strengthening culture and language at the community level, and provide visitors with a better understanding of the unique world of the Nattilik people. https://www.facebook.com/NattilikHeritageCentre/

Inuit Societal Values

Many of the lessons at Arviligruaq Ilinniarvik School are based in the Inuit Societal Values, otherwise known as I.Q. Principles. These principles guide the Inuit in their daily lives:

  • Inuuqatigiitsiarniq: Respecting others, relationships and caring for people.
  • Tunnganarniq: Fostering good spirits by being open, welcoming and inclusive.
  • Pijitsirniq: Serving and providing for family and/or community.
  • Aajiiqatigiinniq: Decision making through discussion and consensus.
  • Pilimmaksarniq/Pijariuqsarniq: Development of skills through observation, mentoring, practice, and effort.
  • Piliriqatigiinniq/Ikajuqtigiinniq: Working together for a common cause.
  • Qanuqtuurniq: Being innovative and resourceful.
  • Avatittinnik Kamatsiarniq: Respect and care for the land, animals and the environment.

Simple Vocabulary in Inuktitut

English - Inuktitut (Phonetics)

Good Morning - Ulaakut (Oo-lah-coot)

Good Afternoon - Unusakut (Oo-nah-sa-coot)

Thank you - Nakurmiik (Na-koor-meek)

You are welcome - Ilaali (Ee-lah-li)

Polar Bear - Nanuq (Naa-nook)

Seal - Nattiq (Naa-tick)

Caribou - Tuktu (Took-two)