The Qikiqtani Inuit Association (QIA) is a non-profit, government-funded organization committed to serving and uniting the Inuit communities across the Qikiqtani region. Their website needed to function as a trustworthy and secure digital hub, one that could clearly communicate a broad spectrum of information in both English and Inuktitut. A key challenge was creating an interface that delivered diverse content in a user-friendly, accessible, and culturally respectful manner.
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Custom Reports & Publications
To support QIA’s commitment to transparency and information sharing, we designed a robust platform for hosting their reports and publications. A custom-built featured reports slider, clearly defined content sections, and an intuitive search function allowed for a streamlined, engaging experience ensuring that the latest updates and documents are always within easy reach.
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Centralized Applications Hub
Providing financial support through grants and funding is a core service of QIA. To simplify the process for applicants, we developed a dedicated Applications page encompassing over twenty different forms. This section integrates seamlessly with related program pages, offering clear pathways and dependable guidance for users navigating complex application requirements.
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Community Representation
The Qikiqtani region includes thirteen unique Inuit communities from the northernmost outpost of Grise Fiord to the southern shores of Sanikiluaq. We a page dedicated to these communities, highlighting their histories, cultural significance, and key statistics. These pages serve not only as informative resources but as a celebration of Inuit identity across the region.
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Bilingual Accessibility: Inuktitut & English
Recognizing that a majority of the communities speak Inuktitut, we prioritized bilingual accessibility throughout the site. In close collaboration with QIA, we ensured that every element, from application instructions to historical content, was accurately and respectfully translated. The result is a fully accessible digital space for both English and Inuktitut speakers.
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Word of the Day
To support language preservation and cultural engagement, QIA launched its “Word of the Day” initiative, a popular social media campaign encouraging the public to learn Inuktitut. We brought this initiative to life online with a dynamic page featuring audio recordings and phrase explanations. First launched in 2017 and expanded in 2019, this interactive feature continues to foster daily engagement and cultural learning.
