The Leduc Arts Foundry is offering a Free night of engaging exploration into the meaning and significance of the inukshuk, a traditional symbol of guidance and community instructed by Maina Manniapik!
Participate in a hands-on soapstone carving workshop, where you'll craft your very own unique piece to take home. This event promises to be a meaningful blend of cultural education and artistic expression, perfect for all ages!
About Maina:
She is Inuk and originally from Pangnirtung, Nunavut Territory. She attended high school in Iqaluit (Frobisher Bay). Elder Manniapik’s first job was as medical interpreter at the Baffin Regional Hospital. She has also served as assistant secretary manager for the Hamlet of Pangnirtung and simultaneously an interpreter and translator for the Northwest Territories Legislature. Elder Manniapik has been the coordinator on Land Quantum and Land Identification for the South Baffin Communities and represented the Communities team in federal negotiations on land quantum and identification. Elder Manniapik has been a part-time host for the Inuktitut news, called Igalaaq on CBC North. After a full career, Elder Manniapik now calls herself retired. She is a member of Pathway Committee for the indigenous applicants for the gynecology/obstetrics program at the University of Alberta. Elder Manniapik has served with the Norquest College indigenous programs, as well in an advisory capacity. She has two daughters and a beautiful five-year-old granddaughter
Contact information: manager@artsfoundry.ca (780) 739-1551
Thank You to our Event Sponsors:
Best Western Premier Denham Inn & Suites and Best Western Plus Edmonton Airport Hotel