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***𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄***

We celebrate the official release of a short movie showcasing the important work of the Inuit Marine Guardians in Taloyoak.

The Marine Guardians are the eyes and the ears of the community on what takes place in the marine ecosystem. They run a marine monitoring program to study the marine wildlife, fish, and even the zooplankton and algae dwelling in the ocean. They use hydrophones to record the sounds undersea, and underwater cameras to monitor the seafloor. Their effort contributes to collecting crucial information from the sea that will help the local HTA, Taloyoak Umarulirigut Association, to take on conservation efforts and the protection of the Aqviqtuuq waters.

The Marine Guardians mentor the next generation of Guardians by taking them on the land and the sea, passing on Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit and strengthening youth and Elders connection. The country food they harvest contributes to feed people in need with limited access to the land.

Thanks to Lou-William Théberge for the camera work.
Thanks to Frangin.co for the post-production.
Thanks to our funder DFO for their precious contribution to the program and continue support to the community

If you like, please share widely!

***The video is available at www.aqviqtuuq.ca***

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