Lucy Eetak is an Inuk artist and crafter hailing from the vibrant community of Arviat, Nunavut. Alongside her passion for creating hats and traditional crafts, she has been an active community volunteer for many years, always looking for ways to support cultural entrepreneurship and local initiatives.
Lucy has lent her skills and expertise to a variety of programs, and research efforts including the Arviat Film Society and the ArcticNet-supported Inclusion in Northern Research Project. She is a founding member of Art Borups Corners.
In 2021, Lucy took part in the University of Minnesota Duluth-supported Creativity for Entrepreneurship project and in 2022, she successfully completed the Northern College Work Readiness Program, further expanding her knowledge and skills. Through her art and community work, Lucy is a shining example of the creativity, dedication, and resilience that are hallmarks of Inuit culture.
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