NunatuKavut Community Council celebrates 40 Years at Annual General Assembly
HAPPY VALLEY–GOOSE BAY, LABRADOR, February 27, 2026 – The NunatuKavut Community Council (NCC) is marking 40 years of governance, growth, leadership, and service to the Inuit of central and southern Labrador at its Annual General Assembly on Feb 27-28. NCC will be launching a public-facing campaign at the AGA called Then. Now. Forever., which honours our ancestors while looking ahead to future generations. The AGA will celebrate NunatuKavut Inuit through cultural events and meaningful conversations that encourage us to look back on the past 40 years and consider both the opportunities and challenges ahead. Registration will open at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 27. -30- See photos attached: NunatuKavut Community Council meeting, February 26, 2026. Council members gather ahead of the Annual General Assembly (AGA) and following community meetings held throughout south and central Labrador as part of the AGA process. To learn more about NCC and NunatuKavut Inuit, please visit our website at www.nunatukavut.ca and we invite you to check out our new Story Map page which helps tell our story. Please also join in the conversation at facebook.com/nunatukavutX/Twitter @nunatukavut Instagram @nunatukavutinuit NCC Media Contact: Kelly Broomfield Chief Communications Officer T. 709-280-5965 E. communications@nunatukavut.ca
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President Todd Russell issued the following statement today on the tragic mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge this week: The NunatuKavut Community Council (NCC) and all our people join with the Nation in mourning the unfathomable loss of life during Tuesday’s
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Christmas message from President Russell
ullukut friends, Inovia is upon us once again! This is a special time of year. A time of hope and reflection, to be with family and kin, and to celebrate one another and the beautiful land which we call home. NunatuKavut Inuit are connected by a shared system
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Call for Models & Designers
NCC is looking for aspiring models and designers to participate in an Inuit Fashion Show at our 2025 Annual General Assembly on January 31, 2025, in Charlottetown. Want to know more? Please contact: Holly Clarke709-899-3402holly_greenleaves@hotmail.com
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Expression of Interest: SAR Team
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Message from President Russell in honour of Remembrance Day
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The preliminary results of the NunatuKavut Community Council (NCC) 2024 General Election were released by the Returning Officer following the close of the election on November 7. The elected seats include the President, Councillors representing NCC’s designated areas and a Youth Councillor. Some were declared elected by acclamation
2024 General Election Preliminary Results
Position/Area Name Election President Todd Russell (Incumbent) By acclamation Councillor for Area 1: Straits (1 position) Dexter Flynn By acclamation Councillor for Area 2: Battle Harbour (1 position) Roy Mangrove (Incumbent) By vote Councillor for Area 3: Bolsters Rock to Spear Point(2 positions) Boyce Turnbull (Incumbent)Cyril Campbell (Incumbent)
2024 General Election FAQs
When is the election? Voting will open by electronic ballot at 8:00 a.m. AST on October 30. Voting will remain open until 8:00 p.m. AST on November 7, which is election day. How do I vote? Option 1By telephone: 1-866-530-3130 Option 2Online:www.nccelection.simplyvoting.com Option 3In person: At one of
Earlier today, President Todd Russell was proud to deliver an address to a gathered crowd that included Premier John Hogan, KC, Minister Lisa Dempster, and other distinguished guests. Together with the Honourable Dr. Scott Reid, Minister Responsible for Indigenous Affairs and Reconciliation and Minister for Environment and Climate Change, they joined representatives of the NunatuKavut Community Council (NCC), including Governing Councillor Jeanette Russell (Area 7: All of Canada outside NunatuKavut), to unveil a powerful new artwork honouring NunatuKavut Inuit.