Historical Events tagged with "iqaluit"
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Nunavut is Established as a Canadian Territory
Nunavut was officially created as a Canadian territory, distinguishing itself from the Northwest Territories. This significant change was the culmination of years of negotiations between the Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami and the Canadian government to recognize Indigenous rights and governance. The capital of Nunavut is Iqaluit, which became a hub for its administrative and political activities. This establishment marked a new chapter in Inuit self-governance and represented a commitment to improving the living conditions and cultural recognition of the region's Indigenous peoples.
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