Award
Molson Prize
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Kiugak Ashoona
1933-09-16 – 2014-01-01
Life & Legacy
Kiugak Ashoona (September 16, 1933 – 2014; also known as Kiawak; Inuktitut syllabics: ᑭᐅᒐᒃ ᐊᓲᓇ) was a Canadian Inuk artist renowned for his sculptural work and his expansive artistic portfolio. He experienced the longest career of any Cape Dorset artist, and is a member of the Order of Canada and the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts. In 1999, he was awarded the Canada Council Molson Prize for his outstanding lifetime contribution to the cultural and intellectual life of Canada.
Occupation & Career
sculptor, draftsperson, printmaker, artist
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Molson Prize; Member of the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts; Officer of the Order of Canada
Legacy Highlights
Honors & Awards
Member of the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts · Molson Prize · Officer of the Order of Canada
Organizations & Memberships
Kinngait Co-operative · Royal Canadian Academy of Arts
Verified Legacy Record
Award
Member of the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts
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Award
Officer of the Order of Canada
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Family Child
Shuvinai Ashoona
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Family Mother
Pitseolak Ashoona
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Family Sibling
Napachie Pootoogook
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Family Sibling
Kaka Ashoona
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Family Spouse
Soroseelutu Ashoona
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Family & Relationships
Sources & Provenance
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