Media Advisory - Governor General to visit Iqaluit, Nunavut, for final stop of her Mental Health Learning and Listening Tour
While in Iqaluit, the Governor General will also participate in Nunavut Day celebrations, visit local organizations highlighting Inuit culture and the importance of traditional knowledge through educational and land-based programs, and learn about the impacts of climate change in the Arctic and the critical work of organizations like the Canadian Coast Guard in environmental response.
Itinerary
Note: All local times.
Iqaluit, Nunavut
Monday, July 7, 2025
1:30 p.m.
Nunavut Fisheries and Marine Training Consortium (NFMTC)
The Governor General will meet with students who attended the NFMTC to learn about their training for employment in the marine industry. The students will demonstrate practical applications of their training and showcase their proficiency in vital marine and fisheries techniques.
Learn more about the Nunavut Fisheries and Marine Training Consortium
OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS ONLY
2:30 p.m.
Visit to the Tukisigiarvik Centre
As part of her Mental Health Learning and Listening Tour, the Governor General will visit the Tukisigiarvik Centre where she will meet with individuals participating in mental health and wellness programs that incorporate Inuit traditions and cultural practices. During her visit, the Governor General will have the opportunity to hear from individuals about how these programs have helped them gain strength through culture.
Learn about the Tukisigiarvik Centre
674 Palaugaa Drive
OPEN TO MEDIA
Tuesday, July 9, 2025
10:00 a.m.
Visit to the Piruqatigiit Resource Centre
The Governor General will visit the Piruqatigiit Resource Centre, a winner of the 2024-25 Arctic Inspiration Prize. During the visit, the Governor General will learn about Ajunngittutit, a culturally guided, alternative learning program grounded in Inuit traditional knowledge that honours and preserves Inuit culture while preparing participants for future success.
Learn more about the Piruqatigiit Resource Centre
OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS ONLY
11:00 a.m.
Visit to Qaujigiartiit Health Research Centre
The Governor General will visit the Qaujigiartiit Health Research Centre, which integrates Inuit knowledge with western science in its approach to health research. The Governor General will learn about the various workshops and training opportunities the centre provides to Nunavummiut.
Learn more about the Qaujigiartiit Health Research Centre
OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS ONLY
2:30 p.m.
Mental Health Learning and Listening Tour round-table discussion
As part of the tour, the Governor General will host a round-table discussion that brings together people with lived experience, mental health experts and change makers who will share their experiences and build awareness around innovative practices in the field.
OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS ONLY
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
12:00 p.m.
Nunavut Day activities
The Governor General will deliver remarks and participate in Nunavut Day celebrations.
Nakasuk School Grounds
OPEN TO MEDIA
Media contact: Ivaluarjuk Merritt, Director of Communications, Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. [email protected]
Note s for media:
Members of the media must confirm their attendance with the Rideau Hall Press Office and the media contacts listed above.
Photos of the visit can be provided to media upon request via [email protected].
Media members can follow the Governor General's visit and activities at www.gg.ca.
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