Qapik Attagutsiak’s home is heated and lit only by her qulliq (oil lamp). She has a house—with power, heat and water—but would rather stay in this out-building, which reminds her of the qarmaq (sod houses) of yesteryear. She turned 96 last month, making her the eldest elder in Arctic Bay.
PHOTO: CLARE KINES
We’re going to talk about dating, sex and love in the North
Two Nunavut communities are at odds over a proposed hydroelectric project
My search for the best drink of water in the world
Published in Up Here June 2004
If wildfires rage, I now own an escape hatch on wheels
After eight months of cold, darkness, snow and ice, Northerners are energetically enjoying summer, as only Northerners can
Our weekly newsletter brings all the best circumpolar stories right to your inbox.
Our magazine showcases award-winning writing and spectacular northern photos.
Subscribe
