Kukik Baker

November 25, 2021

Kukik Baker is the Executive Director of the Aqqiumavvik Society. She was born and raised in Arviat, Nunavut as part of a very active Inuit harvesting family. She continues to be an active harvester and environmental steward. Baker has worked as a Community Wellness Counsellor and Mental Health and Child Outreach Worker in Arviat before becoming the Executive Director of the Aqqiumavvik Society. She has supported the society since its formation and was integral to the development of its programming, in particular the Ujjiqsuiniq Young Hunters Program. She has extensive experience in providing counselling, intervention, and support to youth and families in difficulty. She is known as a strong Inuit, youth, community, and environmental advocate. Baker has been invited to facilitate workshops and present her work not only locally but also nationally and internationally.