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Guiding Principles

Inuit Societal Values
As with other governments before us, we will be guided by eight Inuit societal values:

Inuuqatigiitsiarniq:
Respecting others, relationships and caring for people.

Tunnganarniq:
Fostering good spirits by being open, welcoming and inclusive.

Pijitsirniq:
Serving and providing for family and/or community.

Aajiiqatigiinniq:
Decision making through discussion and consensus.

Pilimmaksarniq/Pijariuqsarniq:
Development of skills through observation, mentoring, practice, and effort.

Piliriqatigiinniq/Ikajuqtigiinniq:
Working together for a common cause.

Qanuqtuurniq:
Being innovative and resourceful.

Avatittinnik Kamatsiarniq:
Respect and care for the land, animals and the environment.

We will also continue to make government more effective and relevant through Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit and Inuit Societal Values within legislation and policy.

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