PIC: Inuit Father Faces Online Backlash After Sharing Photo Of Beluga Harvest

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 10 Aug, 2018 11:02 AM

RANKIN INLET, Nunavut — A proud Inuit father in Nunavut who posted a photo of the moment his son harvested his first beluga whale says he didn't expect it to be controversial.

Albert Netser tweeted the picture of his 16-year-old son standing on a rock in Rankin Inlet in front of the harpooned, dead whale on Monday.

Netser says it's an important moment for Inuit and every part of the whale is harvested and shared with the entire community.

But soon after, the notifications on his phone started to blow up with many people on Twitter sending derogatory comments.

My son Nangaat harvested his first beluga whale today. Look at his smile. pic.twitter.com/KtFV1GP1kY
— Albert Netser (@albertnetser) August 7, 2018

Netser says he tried to explain the significance of the moment and a lot people were receptive, but some were not.

Netser says he hopes the experience can be used as an opportunity to teach people about Inuit culture and way of life.

Got a bit tough but all the people who understand and are supportive helped.
Thanks for all the kindness from those that give it. Your amazing!!!!!
— Albert Netser (@albertnetser) August 10, 2018

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