The Government of Nunavut’s Vision for Nunavut
In 1999 the Government of Nunavut identified a vision for Nunavut and made
a plan for reaching that vision by 2020. The result was a document called
Pinasuaqtavut or The Bathurst Mandate. The vision is guided by four
priorities: Healthy Communities, Simplicity and Unity, Self-Reliance and Continuing
Learning.
Here are some of the Government of Nunavut’s hopes and plans for the future
in
each area:1
Healthy Communities
In 2020, Nunavut is a place where...
- self assured, caring communities respond to the needs of individuals and
families;
- we respect the accumulated wisdom of our Elders, examining and
evaluating our actions based on the best of both modern knowledge and
traditional ways;
- the raising and teaching of children and the care of those in need,
‘Ilagiinniq’ (kinship) and ‘Inuuqatigiinniq’ (community kinship), are a
collective community process; and
- we enjoy and manage a clean, pristine environment, in our communities
and on the land and waters.
Simplicity and Unity
In 2020, Nunavut is a place where...
- Inuktitut, in all its forms, is the working language of the Government of
Nunavut;
- equal opportunities exist across Nunavut in areas of jobs, education,
health, justice and all other services; and
- an informed public has taken up the challenges and assumed the
responsibilities of active community.
Self Reliance
In 2020, Nunavut is a place where...
- there are options for individuals to achieve personal growth within Nunavut
communities;
- an informed society is making decisions for self, family and
community; and
- Nunavut is an active and respected contributor, nationally and
internationally.
Continued Learning
In 2020, Nunavut is a place where...
- our population is adaptable to change and welcomes new skills, while
preserving its culture, values and language of origin;
- we are a fully functional bilingual society, in Inuktitut and English,
respectful and committed to the needs and rights of French speakers, with
a growing ability to participate in French;
- Inuit professionals of all kinds have been supported in their training and
have taken leadership roles in our communities;
- our history and accomplishments have been preserved and recognized
in books and artworks, in recorded stories, in places of learning, and in
the common knowledge of our people. We are a source of pride to all
Canadians; and
- in our areas of strength, we have assumed a leadership role in Canada and
have looked beyond Nunavut to give and receive inspiration and support,
and to lead an active exchange of ideas and information.2