In response to growing industry demands, tourism coordinator Candice Elson has been hired for an eight week term. Employed to develop services & venues showcasing Rigolet's history and culture for visiting tourists, the coordinator is marketing the entire community as a 'must see' destination as opposed to focusing promotion on individual areas of interest. The tourism department is working in cooperation with community members and local organizations to preserve Rigolet's history and present it accurately to travelers.

Rigolet has developed tourism initiatives highlighting its community history, culture, and landscape. The designation and restoration of the Hudson Bay Company Net Loft into a museum, the operating of a
local Craft Center, along with the construction of a scenic shore line board walk stretching one kilometer in length, identifies Rigolet as a diverse and opportunistic tourist destination.During Northern Ranger stop overs in the community on Monday evenings and Friday mornings, tourist are met by the tourism coordinator who offers guided tours of the community and boardwalk, an informative visit to the Net Loft museum and access to the Craft Center. There are guided tours on Saturday and Sunday.

As well, an exciting venue has recently been developed and offered to traveling sightseers. On Monday evenings, tourists are invited to sample such traditional Inuit delecacies & fresh rolls smothered in Red Berry and Bake Apple jams, all of which are locally donatted and prepared.

Rigolet Square Dancers preform for the group as they enjoy their appetizers. After completing their taste test, tourist are invited to learn a local dance and participate in its prefromance. This event is well recieved and serves as a great introduction to the culture and people of the community.Tours are scheduled to continue throughout the summer.

For more information on the community, guided tours, local venues, or to add your comments and/or suggestions regarding Rigolet's tourism programs,
please contact Georgina Allen, Community Development Officer, @ the Town Council of Rigolet (709) 947-3382/3379.

Gas/Fuel Crisis
Rigolet has formed a Concerned Citizens Committee to address the often ignored public emergency of lacking fuel stability in the community. Raising issues of heating concerns to environmental safety with the stock piling of personal supplies of gasonline, this problem is a continued threat to residents and local businesses.

Labrador Winter Games
Welcoming teams Labrador-wide in a all emcompassing competition, the Labrador Winter Games takes place every three years and is held in Happy Valley Goose Bay, NL. Requiring intense training and unwavering dedication, training is scheduled to begin for the Rigolet team in latter September-early October.

For more information, please contact The Committee @ the Town Council of Rigolet @ (709) 947-3382/3379.

Tikkiaksaugsik Culture Festival
Held in conjunction with the Levi Pottle Memorial Cup Dog Team Race, the Culture festival creates an electric Spring season atmosphere. With dog team drivers coming from other Northern & Southern Labrador communities, the festival welcomes the attendence of local residents as well as vistors from abroad.

The event is held in Double Mer, locally referred to as the 'path end' . The starting point of the races are located on the frozen sea ice with games set up on the snow covered playground and concession stands dotting the shore line. With a mix of square dancing, axe throw and target shooting, this fun filled event is one of Rigolet's biggest winter attractions.

For more information on this festival, or other events happening in Rigolet, please contact Georgina Allen, Community Development Officer, @ the Town Council of Rigolet (709) 947-3382/3379.