The Honourable Ann Meekitjuk Hanson
Commissioner of Nunavut
Book Project: Message of Appreciation
August 31, 2006
Iqaluit, Nunavut
It was a kind gesture but a huge project - the donation of 1700 boxes of books from the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario in 2004.
Many people worked many hours to sort the books and then package them for shipment to communities across Nunavut.
Support from northern airlines made this program possible. First Air, Canadian North and Calm Air delivered all the books free of charge to all the communities in Nunavut which asked for them. Your generosity is much appreciated!
I also thank the Government of Nunavut, the City of Iqaluit, all the volunteers, the summer students, Arctic Express, and all those who helped to sort the old books, box and address them..
Thank you to the communities who supported this project by accepting the books.
Once again, thank you to all those who helped us complete such a huge project.
Your work helped to support our communities!