The University of Alberta’s DiscoverE camp, a student-delivered initiative hosted by the faculty of engineering, is coming to Aklavik later this month.
The camp focuses on fun, accessibility and mentorship to deliver programs about engineering, science and technology.
Mary Gordon said youth in the community have been busy so far this summer spending time in the hamlet’s seasonal pool.
“We have summer students who do baseball or some activities at the complex and at the youth centre,” said Gordon, noting it’s a bit of a slow time for bigger events.
Iqalukpik Jamboree opening with Oceans Day celebration
Paulatuk
The 31st Iqalukpik Jamboree in Paulatuk will be kicked off with a celebration of Western Arctic Oceans Day and the creation of the Anguniaqvia niqiqyuam Marine Protected Area Aug. 11.
A parade will start things off in the afternoon followed by entertainment, games and a traditional feast down by the bay.
Amberley Buray gives a big thanks to all the funders and donors who are helping make the jamboree happen, including Canadian North, Imperial Oil and Aklak Air.
The weekend will include a king and queen, fire-starting competitions, bannock making, boat races and other traditional activities.
Community-built greenhouse in full swing
Fort McPherson
Community members at the Fort McPherson greenhouse have been busy this summer, growing potatoes, cabbage, turnip, kale, lettuce, radishes, beans, peas, beets, herbs and more.
The Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment funded the construction of the greenhouse, which community members then built. The GNWT also purchased equipment and supplies for the facility, such as water pumps and tanks, hand tools, soil and seeds.
Children took part in a ladybug release in mid-July.