Inuit Women and the Mining Industry : A Case Study of Gender Narratives and Representation in the Mary River Mine

Sammanfattning

This thesis examines the impact of the Mary River Mine in Nunavut on Inuit women and gender relations in their communities as represented in industry documents. It compares these narratives to government and NGO reports, community responses and media coverage. The paper explores how Inuit women’s challenges and agency are represented within the context of mining. It shows a complex interaction between cultural values, historical marginalisation, and corporate interests, revealing how systemic issues affecting Inuit women are often ignored. The findings highlight the importance of recognising them as actors and stakeholders, and including them in decision-making processes.