Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on National Aboriginal Day

“On National Aboriginal Day, I encourage all Canadians to pay tribute to the immense contributions, unique heritage and vibrant cultures of Aboriginal peoples who live, work and study in communities across Canada.

“Aboriginal peoples have always played a defining role in the development of this great country and continue to contribute greatly to all areas of Canadian life. The diverse cultures of Canada’s First Nations, Métis and Inuit are celebrated across Canada from coast to coast to coast, from pow wows in British Columbia, to Back to Batoche Festival Days in Saskatchewan, to the Toonik Tyme Festival in Iqaluit.

“Our Government is committed to building strong First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities. That is why over the past few years through both our economic action plans and legislation we have made significant contributions to education and training, community infrastructure – including healthcare and water treatment facilities – land claims, matrimonial rights, financial transparency, and emergency preparedness.

“Aboriginal peoples have helped shape Canada’s past and will be a vital part of our future. During National Aboriginal Day and throughout National Aboriginal History Month in June, I encourage all Canadians to learn more about Canada’s First Nations, Métis and Inuit, to recognize their integral contributions to the Canadian identity, and to participate in the many special events celebrating their cultures.”


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Northern Expressions Proud To Represent Iroquois Art and Artists

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The Iroquois people are found all across Canada and form the Haudenosaunee or Six Nations. They consist of people belonging to six tribes, namely, the Mohawk, Oneida, Seneca, Cayuga, Onondaga and Tuscarora. 

Northern Expressions is proud to represent the exquisite works of: Eric Silver, Leroy Henry, Bud Henry and Joe Greene.

 

 

 

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Largest Collection of Inuit Art ( City News)

 

Join Our Amazing Team

Northern Expressions is inviting applicants for a full-time position at our downtown Ottawa location.

Qualifications:

  • Preferable minimum 3-5 years professional experience in a fine art gallery or strong luxury retail sales experience
  • Demonstrable knowledge of Canadian indigenous art. Knowledge of Inuit art a plus
  • Strong people skills as well as experience working with the public and in sales
  • Demonstrable success in closing sales in a gallery or other luxury goods retail environment
  • High level of organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Extreme attention to detail with the ability to work independently and execute multiple tasks at once
  • Flexibility, can-do attitude and ability to thrive in an intimate work environment with little supervision
  • Computer proficiency and ability to learn applicable programs
  • Self-motivated, hard-working & reliable individual with the ability to work creatively, responsibly, efficiently and independently
  • Dual language French and English a plus

Please email a copy of your resume and a cover letter to teitl.cs@rogers.com before July 15, 2018.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

 

 

Tunirrusiangit: Kenojuak Ashevak and Tim Pitsiulak

Tunirrusiangit: Kenojuak Ashevak and Tim Pitsiulak
EXHIBITION
TUNIRRUSIANGIT: KENOJUAK ASHEVAK AND TIM PITSIULAK 
June 16 - August 12, 2018

Art Gallery of Ontario
This exhibition is organized by the Art Gallery of Ontario in partnership with Mobilizing Inuit Cultural Heritage, with the support of Dorset Fine Arts, a division of the West Baffin Eskimo Co-operative

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2018 Cape Dorset Special Release From The Archives

A Multitude Of Infinities:  A Folio Of Lithographs BY SHUVINAI ASHOONA

A MULTITUDE OF INFINITIES

This suite of sumptuous edge-to-edge printed lithographs employ a playful complexity of pattern and an unusual colour palette. These prints address a range of natural themes invoked by Ashoona’s unique approach to conventional iconography and her distinctive otherworldly aesthetic. 

Seals, Walruses, and Clams are depicted along with plentiful Octopuses— a recurrent fascination. In this body of work, Ashoona has again occupied a visual space that is altogether lyrical, humorous, frenetic and more than a little off-putting.

Shuvinai Ashoona has exhibited extensively both within Canada and internationally. Her work occupies a unique place within contemporary Inuit art, combining elements of Inuit culture and mythology with influences derived from contact with southern industrial society, all subsumed within her richly imaginative world.

A multitude of Infinities I Shuvinai Ashoona

 

Shuvinai Ashoona

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