FAQs

How long has Pauktuutit been in existence?  

Pauktuutit was incorporated in 1984. 

Where is Pauktuutit located?  

Pauktuutit is located in Ottawa, Ontario, at 56 Sparks Street, Suite 400.

Does Pauktuutit have more than one office?  

The only Pauktuutit office is located in Ottawa, Ontario, because of its proximity to the Government of Canada.

Who are the members?  

All Inuit women in Canada are members of Pauktuutit. There are no membership fees.

What are your main activities?  

Pauktuutit's is the national voice of Inuit women in Canada. It advocates on behalf of Inuit women in an effort to ensure their input on national issues of concern to aboriginal peoples in Canada, and to increase their participation in federal policies and programs. 

Pauktuutit's programs address the many social and health issues facing our communities. Pauktuutit broke the silence on painful and controversial issues such as child sexual abuse and violence against women. Since 1984, Pauktuutit has conducted research on many issues such as traditional Inuit midwifery, the administration of justice and the housing crisis in our communities. 

Our activities are conducted through consultation with our membership, at our Annual General Meetings, workshops and a variety of documents and reports. The findings and outcomes of our activities are used to work for change at the national level.