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Introducing a New Regional Gathering Model in Place of Annual Conference
We are excited to announce that we are taking a new approach for how we bring recreation leaders, communities, and partners together across the territory. Beginning in 2026, we will move away from hosting a traditional annual territory-wide conference each year. Instead, we will plan a series of smaller, regional gatherings designed to better reflect the needs, realities, and opportunities within communities across the North. This shift recognizes that the recreation landscap
5 days ago2 min read
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The Land Remembers Us Wins Arctic Inspiration Prize
The Land Remembers Us Wins AIP
6 days ago4 min read


September 30: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
This post includes details about colonialism and residential schools which could be upsetting and triggering. If you are a residential...
Sep 28, 20224 min read


Yearbooks at Residential Schools
There are very few records produced by students while they were at northern residential schools. One exception is yearbooks.
Mar 31, 20212 min read


Photographs and Residential School Research
Guided by a committee of former students and intergenerational survivors, the NWT Recreation and Parks Association (NWTRPA) and...
Feb 10, 20212 min read


Introducing “How I Survived”
You may have noticed a new page on our website devoted to a research project called, “How I Survived”: Recreation at Northern Residential Sc
Jan 13, 20214 min read
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