Ilanaaq Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic Emblem Whistler Canada
Ok, a few questions regarding Ilanaaq - the official Olympics Emblem for Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic Games.
What does “Ilanaaq” mean?
It means ” friend ” in Inuktitut language. The emblem features an inukshuk, a stacked rock in human form as created by the Inuit people of Canada’s Arctic. The inukshuk was used as a guidepost that provided direction across the vast horizons of the North. Over time, the inukshuk has become a symbol of hope and firendship throughout Canada.
Is “Ilanaaq” an emblem, a mascot, or both?
Hmm…apparently it’s an emblem for now. The mascot actually won’t be chosen till late year 2007. However, the emblem looks like a mascot already, don’t you agree?! People actually confuse the emblem with mascot, including me. 
Seriously, the official logo looks like a mascot to me.
How do you pronounce “Ilanaaq”?
Uhh…beat me. I dunno. 
If you know how to say it, please post a comment below and let me know!!! Thanx a bunch. 
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Ed said,
February 27, 2006
Hey All,
Just finished watching the 2006 Torin Olympics, and it was great (not to mention Canada did great). But to answer how Ilanaaq is pronounced, it sounds like “Ee-Lan-Nak”. To everyone, Vancouver (My home-town) welcomes all visitors and would enjoy more company!
Ed
Sam Tsai said,
March 5, 2006
Oh, basically just pronounce the word the way it is spelled. That’s easy.
willy payne said,
March 8, 2006
On March the 12 th ,I am visiting the Netherlands.
PLEASE were will I may I buy OLYMPIC VANCOUVER
2010 .SOUVERNIERS, SUCH as SWEATERS, HATS.
SCARVES {DON.t Suggest flags ,mucks or pins!!!!.
It has to be available in VANCOUVER. Please reply as soon as possible. MANY THANKS.
Sam Tsai said,
March 8, 2006
Clothings can be purchased at Zellers and the Bay.