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Mental Health and Recreation for Youth & Elders By NWTRPA Staff
In every Northern community, youth and Elders play an important role—one carrying the energy of what’s to come, the other carrying the knowledge of what has been. Yet both groups can face unique challenges when it comes to mental health. Recreation, in its many forms, can be a powerful tool to support mental wellness across generations. For Youth: Belonging, Expression, and Resilience Young people in the NWT are growing up in a world where traditional knowledge is colliding w
Nov 102 min read
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The Canoe: A symbol of resilience, resurgence, and nationhood for Indigenous peoples
June 26 is National Canoe Day. Today we are sharing a lesser-discussed history of what many view as the quintessential Canadian watercraft.
Jun 26, 20214 min read


How to Train a Canoe Dawg
Here are some of her tips and tricks for making a dog feel comfortable, and at ease in the boat.
Jun 14, 20214 min read


Indigenous Peoples Day: A Paddling Perspective
For Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21), the NWTRPA is celebrating the ingenious architectural design and use of paddling watercraft of the NWT
May 30, 20214 min read
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