The Makkovik Inuit Community Government has a tough decision to make: natural or artificial ice.

The decision is one of many they'll have to deal with as the concept of their new arena begins to take shape.

Terry Rice is the MICG's Chief Administrative Officer.

He says they met with the project's prime consultants to discuss the concept earlier this month.

Representatives of the provincial Department of Municipal Affairs also took part in the discussions.

Rice says they'll be taking...

The Makkovik Inuit Community Government will begin clearing community roads starting Tuesday, May 8, 2012.

Priority will be given to the road from the clinic to the airstrip. When community roads are cleared we will then begin to accept requests to clear resident driveways.

Please have patience during this process, advice your children to distance themselves from heavy equipment, and ensure your personal belongings are moved onto personal property.

Thank you in advance for you cooperation.

Makkovik Inuit Community Government

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Nunatsiavut Heritage Forum

The Makkovik Inuit Community Government has received a proposal from Nunatsiavut Government to construct a 70 x 90 foot Office Building/Daycare to corner of Harmony Road/Andersen Street (north side).

Access and parking to the building to run from the corner of Harmony Road and Andersen Street. (drawing attached)

If you have any concerns or comments related to the above proposal please submit them in writing to the Council Office before 4:30 PM, Wednesday, May 9, 2012.

THANK...

As per the Makkoviviut Trust Incorporated By-Law's, Nominations for the Executive Committee are now being accepted for the 2012 year (One Year Term).

Positions Available are:

President (Chairperson)
Vice-President
Secretary/Treasurer
Two(2) Directors

Nominations will be accepted up until May 11, 2012 at 4:30 pm. Further nominations may be received at the Annual General Meeting to be held in June 2012.

The Executive Committee positions may be filled by any member of a volunteer & non-profit organizations (or members at large) that support the aims and objectives of the Makkovimiut Trust Incorporated.

Nomination Forms are available at the Makkovik Inuit Community Government Town Office

Community Craft Centre
Supply & Installation of Electrical

Sealed bids are accepted on the above project the Makkovik Inuit Community Government Office, 16 Andersen Street, until 4:30 p.m. on April 20, 2012. Quotes shall include all permits, fees, and other charges.

All documents, drawings and specifications are available at the town office. The contractor shall acquaint themselves with all existing and site conditions and agrees to supply all labour and materials in...

The Makkovik Inuit Community Government is proud to announce the winner of the Makkovik Youth Centre Contest.

The contest began in January to uncover a fresh new name based on feedback from the youth. The winner was chosen by the Community Government with the help of a very respectable panel of judges known for their support toward improving the quality of life of our youth.

The centre will contain a multipurpose room for meetings, workshops, sports and games.

A lot of time and thought was...

In partnership with Torngat Arts & Crafts, the Makkovik Craft Centre has an inventory of jewellery and soapstone carvings available.

Items include:
 Soapstone Earrings
 Rings
 Broaches
 Necklaces
 Various soapstone carvings

To view and/or purchase these items, the Craft Centre will be open:

Tuesday, 13 March 2012
Thursday, 15 March 2012
2:30pm – 4:30pm

If you have any questions, call Jae Lightfoot at 923.2221 or email janine.lightfoot@makkovik.ca

Women in Science and Engineering, and the Government of NL are hosting WISE Futures 2012 Ambassadors Conference in Happy Valley-Goose Bay April 27-29, 2012. This all expenses paid conference is open to females in grade 10, 11, and 12 who are interested in gaining valuable leadership, teamwork, and professional skills, while having fun in an informal environment

To apply please contact your science teacher or guidance counselor at J.C Erhardt Memorial for an application package, or visit our website http://www.wisenl.ca/ssep.htm. Deadline for applications is February 27, 2012.

If you have any questions regarding the conference do not hesitate to contact Alison at (709) 864-2484 or via email at wise.labrador@gmail.com. We look forward to hearing from YOU!

One(1) Councillor Seat representing those residents being " Inuit, Residents, and their descendants( Voter's A Roll). Nominations of candidates shall be accepted between the hours of 9:00 am and 4:00 pm from January 23 to Janaury 27, 2012 at the Town Office , 16 Andersen Street.
If required, the BY-ELECTION shall take place on MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2012. Should there be only one candidate nominated at the closing of the nominations, the candidate shall be declared elected by...