On September 10, 2021, many communities in Nunavut took part in activities to support Suicide Prevention Day/Embrace Life Day. There was a walk to remember loved ones, release of the lantern, community giving out food and drinks for families, and other local recreational activities.
IIKELC would like to thank the communities for taking lead in their activities. Thank you for comforting and supporting each other. We are here with you. We are proud of all those who helped to make this week possible and came out to support suicide prevention.
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2025 ᐃᓱᒪᓕᕆᓂᕐᒧᑦ ᓴᓇᐅᒐᓕᐅᑎᑎᑦᑎᓂᖅ Mental Health Art Contest
IIKELC is happy to announce that this year’s Mental Health Art Contest (MHAC) is now open, starting Tuesday, April 1st, 2025. The MHAC is an annual contest for Nunavut residents to create art that is meaningful to oneself, to others and inspires wellness in our communities. The theme for the 2025 MHAC is Celebration. Anyone.
2024 Mental Health Creative Writing Contest
In honour of Embrace Life Day / World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th the Isaksimagit Inuusirmi Katujjiqatigiit Embrace Life Council (IIKELC) is happy to announce that this year’s Mental Health Creative Writing Contest (MHCWC) is now open! The MHCWC is a contest for Nunavut residents to write stories that are meaningful to oneself, to.
Words from Gwen Natsiq
Your mental health is the most important thing, it should be your top priority. You need to know who you are as a person, what your boundaries are, and what helps you feel better about being a good role model.