Canada Post unveiled a new stamp in honour of Nellie Cournoyea, the former premier of the Northwest Territories (N.W.T.). The stamp was unveiled at a community event at in the Northwest Territories community of Ulukhaktok. Life in politicsCournoyea, an officer of the Order of Canada, was premier of the Northwest Territories from 1991-1995. Stamp series honours Indigenous leadersThe Cournoyea stamp is the latest addition to Canada Post’s ongoing multi-year series honoring Indigenous leaders, which began in 2022. All three stamps will be available as of June 21, National Indigenous Peoples Day, online at Canada Post or in outlets.
