Every year on September 10th, we recognize World Suicide Prevention Day / Embrace Life Day. The annual Embrace Life Walk happened in communities all across Nunavut to show support for one another.
This year, IIKELC held special events in Iqaluit and Rankin Inlet to celebrate life and promote wellness for all ages. These activities also included exciting prizes for winners who participated in these events!
These events could not have been possible without the endless support from the Mental Health Team with the Government of Nunavut, local stores, municipalities and community members.
More Resources
Understanding Grief & Loss
Grieving is the normal and necessary journey we embark on after something we have valued no longer exists. If you would like to learn a little more about grief, we encourage you to go through the handout.
Ikpigusungniq
A graphic novel for preteens, and for families to support a grieving child or youth
Navigating Grief, a Guided Journal for Teens
For Nunavummiut youth who have survived the passing of another person. This journal is a guide to help process grief and begin your own healing journey of resiliency.
Healthy Coping Strategies
Inspired by the 2022 United for Life Summit in Cambridge Bay, where Nunavut youth shared and brainstormed a list of healthy coping strategies. Take a moment to read through them, along with colouring pages and other activities.
Children’s Arts and Crafts Activity Book
To inspire creativity and pride in the culture and surroundings of Nunavummiut, IIKELC developed this resource for aspiring and growing crafters.
Navigating Grief, A Guided Journal
Process grief and begin your own healing journey of resiliency. Talking about grief may not be something you’ve done much and might make you uncomfortable to consider. To support the process, this journal includes a variety of writing prompts, mindfulness activities and exercises, quotes, and affirmations.