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What does Qanuippitaa? mean? 

by October 19, 2023

Qanuippitaa? means “How are we?” in Inuktitut. The name and spelling were chosen for the first ever Inuit health survey that was conducted in Nunavik in 2004. It was also subsequently chosen by ITK when it launched the national survey in 2019.

 Who is leading the Nunavut survey? 

by October 19, 2023

The Nunavut component of the Qanuippitaa? National Inuit Health Survey (QNIHS) is a collaborative effort between Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI) and the Government of Nunavut (GN). This branch of the survey is being led by the Nunavut Inuit Health Survey Steering Committee that includes representatives from NTI and GN’s Department of Health. An Inuit Health Survey… Read more >

 How is this survey different from others? 

by October 19, 2023

Inuit are asked to take part in many surveys. Some are carried out by the federal government, universities, and others. Most surveys are not developed by Inuit. The questions asked are not always relevant to Inuit and do not focus on our priorities. The QNIHS questions will reflect the feedback received from discussions with Inuit… Read more >

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