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From Dream to Territory - Celebrating Nunavut's 25th Anniversary

In 1999, after decades of negotiations, Canada redrew its map for the first time in 50 years with the creation of Nunavut. From the migration across the Bering Land Bridge to contemporary challenges, journey through the fascinating history of Canada’s largest territory and the resilience of the Inuit people. A tale of perseverance, justice, and self-determination that led to the largest land claim settlement in the country’s history. On the 25th anniversary of this historic milestone, discover how the dream of “Our Land” became reality.

Le rêve devenu territoire - Le Nunavut célèbre ses 25 ans

En 1999, après des décennies de négociations, le Canada redessine sa carte pour la première fois en 50 ans avec la création du Nunavut. Du passage par le pont terrestre de Béring jusqu’aux défis contemporains, parcourez l’histoire fascinante du plus grand territoire canadien et la résilience du peuple inuit. Un récit de persévérance, de justice et d’autodétermination qui a mené au plus important règlement de revendication territoriale de l’histoire du pays. À l’occasion du 25e anniversaire de cet événement historique, découvrez comment le rêve de “Notre Terre” est devenu réalité.

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Narration : Marcel Simoneau

Écriture et réalisation | Writing and realisation : Hugo Martin