On behalf of the Nunavut Suicide Prevention Partners, we are pleased to invite you to the launch of Nunavut’s third suicide prevention action plan, co-hosted with Facebook, followed by a reception on Monday, June 26 in the Koojessee Room, Frobisher Inn, Iqaluit, Nunavut. A schedule of events is included.
Inuusivut Anniqnaqtuq presents actions that Nunavummiut have agreed to and commit to over the next five years, 2017–2022. The actions within this document are a reflection of the united voices of Nunavummiut. Please join us in celebrating life, resilience and determination.
Please send an RSVP to embracelife@inuusiq.com OR register online.
Qujannamiik! Nakurmiik! Ma’na! Merci! Thank you!
The Embrace Life Council
Schedule
9:30 a.m. – Networking Opportunity
10 a.m. – Opening Remarks
10:15 a.m. – Facebook Presentation
10:35 a.m. – Office of the Privacy Commission of Canada on Internet Privacy
10:50 a.m. – Safety Presentation
11 a.m. – Launch of the 5-Year Suicide Prevention Action Plan: Inuusivut Anninaqtuq
NSPS Partner Presentations Q&A
12 p.m. – Reception Style Luncheon
1:30 p.m. – Breakout Groups
3 p.m. – Community Wellness Walk
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