This collection of carvings produced by Inuit artists from across the country offers a window into traditional life and ways of knowing in the North—a hunter’s encounter with a bear or walrus, building a communal iglu, loading a qayaq (kayak) with supplies for an excursion, or bundling a sleeping family beneath layers of fur.
Dating from 1960–2005, these works of art span decades, representing a continued proficiency carving natural stone extracted from stone deposits throughout the Arctic, a well-honed skill that Inuit continue to pass on from generation to generation.
WAG-Qaumajuq is open Wednesday to Sunday, 11am to 5pm. To plan your visit, check out wag.ca/visit.