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CIBC run raises thousands for cancer

Runners and walkers raised $8,318.65 during this year's CIBC Run for Our Lives.

Twelve people came out to the event on Sept. 10, said volunteer Sheena Reid.

Members of the Inuvik Junior A girls' curling team earned the title of top fundraiser this year, she said.

They raised $1,222.40 for the cause and won a round-trip flight between Inuvik and Edmonton, which was donated by Canadian North.

“I'm pretty happy with the outcome,” said Reid of this year's event.

All money raised from CIBC Run for Our Lives in Inuvik stays in the territory.

It goes to Stanton Territorial Hospital to help pay for cancer-related equipment and software, said Reid.

“Eat the Arctic” at fall fair

The Inuvik Community Greenhouse is hosting its 2017 Fall Fair on Sept. 23, with this year's theme being “Eat the Arctic.”

A variety of activities will take place at staggered times between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m., including workshops, crafts, prizes and a market.

There will also be a kids' contest for the funkiest gum boots, the best garden rock, and more.

Youth Ambassador Program looks for leaders

Young people interested in gaining leadership skills and meeting other youth have an opportunity to do so through the 2017-18 Youth Ambassador Program, which is still open for applications.

Anyone between the age of 16 and 24 years old can apply.

The program offers youth a chance to travel, volunteer at events such as the Arctic Winter Games, Canada Games and North American Indigenous Games, according to the GNWT's application package.

It is also designed to build leadership and connect youth from across the NWT and Canada.

Applications for the program close Sept. 22.

Volunteers needed for Terry Fox Run

The 2017 Terry Fox Run is set to take place this weekend in Inuvik and organizers are looking for volunteers.

A call out for helpers was posted on Facebook Sept. 6, with another reminder on Sept. 12 that volunteers were still needed.

The annual run kicks off from the Midnight Sun Complex on Sept. 17 at 1 p.m.

Participants have the option of running 2 km, 5 km or 10 km.

Registration opens at 12 p.m. for those interested in lacing up their shoes to take part.

The annual run commemorates Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope, raising money for cancer research.