Wellness supports available in Clyde River
Press Release
October 23, 2025
The Government of Nunavut is aware of recent charges against a Clyde River teacher involving child sexual abuse. Our top priority is the safety and well-being of children and families.
Immediate action was taken as soon as the accusations were brought to light, and the accused is no longer working at the school.
We encourage everyone to support each other during this time, respect the privacy of those directly involved, and refrain from speculation.
We are actively involved in ensuring appropriate supports and protections are in place. We encourage anyone affected to reach out for help.
School and Community Mental Health Support Services & Programs
Summit Counselling and School Support has been contracted by the Department of Education to provide on-going virtual and in-person mental health support services for Quluaq School in Clyde River. A team of school mental health consultants is available.
If you would like to arrange mental health services for your child, please contact the school at (867) 924-6313 for a consent form.
Umingmak Child Advocacy Centre
- Nunavut-based team helping children, youth and their families heal from experiences of abuse. Provides guidance and support to families, with child and youth-specific therapy.
- 867-975-3255 | umingmakinfo@acyf.ca | www.umingmakcentre.ca
Nunavut Kamatsiaqtut Help Line (Inuktitut available):
- Iqaluit: 867-979-3333 | Toll-free: 1-800-265-3333.
The First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Helpline:
- 1-855-242-3310 or chat online at www.hopeforwellness.ca.
Healing by Talking Program (telephone counselling for Inuit):
- Toll-free 1-888-648-0070 | Email: healing@gov.nu.ca.
Canadian Suicide Crisis Help Line:
- Call or text on 988 to be directed to a helpline to best suit your needs.
Kids Help Phone:
- Call 1-800-668-6868 | Live chat available at www.kidshelpphone.ca.
- Text ‘CONNECT’ to 686868 to message with a trained volunteer.
Isaksimagit Inuusirmi Katujjiqatigiit Embrace Life Council:
- Visit www.inuusiq.com for more information, support, and tips.
Family Wellness
In Clyde River, confidential support is available from the Family Wellness Team by calling 867-924-6014 or 867-532-0427 (on-call / after-hours). If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available – confidential, free and accessible 24/7.
Justice
Nunavummiut seeking support for family abuse and harassment can contact the local Community Justice Outreach Worker at 867 -924-6494 or 1-844-534-1038 (after-hours on call support).
Victim Services can provide confidential one-on-one support. Victim Services personnel can be reached at 867-975-6161 or victimservices@gov.nu.ca
GN employees and families
The Government of Nunavut is committed to supporting the well-being of its employees and their families with confidential counseling services, which can be accessed using Homewood Health’s toll-free line at 1-800-663-1142. For more information and additional resources, please visit https://homewoodhealth.com.
If you or someone you know is in crisis, call the RCMP or go to your local health centre or hospital immediately.
Contact
Casey Lessard
Director, Communications
Executive and Intergovernmental Affairs
867-975-6004
clessard2@gov.nu.ca
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