‘Twas a week before Christmas, when all through Yellowknife,
Inuit Kattujiqatigitt hold a gathering larger than life.
The babies are nestled, all snug in their Amautis,
While folks smile and feast on delicious Christmas candy.
The games are a plenty – people bustle about,
After two long years when a pandemic put the event on timeout.
Charlie and daughter Jamie Kudlak spend months organizing,
Tiring work, but the smiles make it so energizing.
Since 2018, the not-for-profit’s been growing,
With dreams of expanding and projects ongoing.
While the high cost of airfare makes it hard to go home,
It’s a nice alternative so there’s no reason to roam.
Well wishes are given as the night come to close,
With gratitude in their hearts, for this Yellowknife Inuit family they’ve chose.
