16/08/2026
Cambridge Bay, Nunavut Canadian Arctic.
We connected with the elders of the village who are doing what they can to keep their culture alive. Many of them were born "on the land". That means in igloos and tents! Some were taken and forced to go to schools down south before coming back here. The elders were forthcoming in our search for Maud's traces. And they were also intrigued by Alma. They proposed to have a gathering on board with song, drum and dance. Terje gladly accepted and it became a very unique moment. This was not like the cringeworthy fake danceparty that was held for the cruise ship passengers in Gjoa Haven's sportshall. This was an honour to us as visitors taking a deep interest in the town's history.
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