Iqaluit, Nunavut – The Qikiqtani Inuit Association (QIA) announced the reprimand and suspension of Vice‐President George Eckalook following his guilty plea on drinking and driving charges. The suspension is effective immediately and will last 90 days.

During the suspension, Secretary‐Treasurer Joe Attagutaluk will be acting vice‐president for QIA.

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For further information, please contact:

Craig Welsh
Director of Communications
Tel: (867) 975‐8416
Fax: (867) 979‐3238
E‐mail: dircomm@qia.ca