Frances Wolki

Friends of Frances also remember the everlasting impact she had on them. Many fondly recall jam nights they shared, her singing, and her beautiful voice. Some still treasure items handmade or repaired by Frances, including a pair of moccasins and a wolverine parka. Others recall her positive and encouraging attitude, her laughter, and her ‘go-getter’ attitude.

Te community of Paulatuuq benefited from Frances’ strong voice. Be it housing, health, suicide prevention, environmental monitoring, education, or any other topic close to her heart, she would not shy away from making her opinions known. Her voice was her tool to making the community a safer and healthier place.

Tuktut Nogait remembers Frances Wolki as a passionate advocate of the land, the park, her culture, and conservation. She was the park’s first female bear monitor and spent many hours in the park learning, sharing and protecting the land she loved.