SIKU

SIKU

Indigenous Knowledge App

4 ratings
5 reviews
Free

Details

Released
December 4, 2019
Updated
October 28, 2026

Features

Background Location Access

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This app supports Indigenous communities by providing tools for tracking hunting trips, assessing ice safety, and preserving cultural knowledge. It emphasizes respect, self-determination, and the ownership of user data.

✓Hunting trip tracking
✓Ice safety tools
✓Weather forecasting
✓Language preservation
✓Knowledge transfer
✓Data ownership
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What's New in SIKU

3.1.0

October 28, 2026

New - Record Human Impact posts - Added new Measurements panel to Weather Posts - Aullaviat/Anguniavrik Working Group cabins added to the map - Project suggestions can now be based on your community - Project Terms & Conditions are displayed in the projects menu - Added ability to show your password in sign-up or account creation, plus strong password suggestions and autofill - Marine weather map saves its last update so you can still view it offline - Wide-area base map downloads automatically on Wi-Fi so you always have a map offline - Added an alert when your device storage is almost full - Added an app Permissions shortcut in Settings Improved - Post privacy and location icons moved to the top of feed cards - Faster post saving, smoother feed scrolling and quicker startup - Fixed an issue where photos may upload twice or fail to upload - Fixed an issue where posts may save an inaccurate location - Added a reminder to finish active trips or surveys before logging out - Fixed an issue where paused trips may not resume - Fixed an issue where survey edits may not save - Added pull to refresh on weather screens - Design updates to the Weather, Geology, Wildlife and Survey screens - Now requires iOS 17.4 or later - Other bug fixes and performance improvements

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User reviews

Tilt support

Amazing app! I use it on every trip I go out, I use the Radar imagery during the polar night too see smooth ice and rough areas and the live imagery to see cracks, thin ice, and broken ice floes at the floe edge in the spring! its saved me lots of time finding the best way through. Just one thing, can use guys make the maps be able to use it horizontally, the phone in landscape? My snowmobile phone holder is horizontal. It would make it easier so I don’t have to tilt my head when driving to see the right path
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Satellite Images

It provides pretty easy access to satellite images I use for navigating.

Response from developer

Thanks for kind words! We are continuing to improve the satellites features in the app.

App

This app has greatly helped myself during many hunting trips and long distance travels especially in a not so great weather. I recommend using it as much as possible out there

Yay

Best app on earth

Misleading names

Great job on the misleading names for Iqaluit area and further out, and you guys should never change the names on the land there’s a lot of place where you guys changed the names, if a hunter breaks down and gives the wrong name using the app how are people supposed to find him/her? 0 stars for this app it’s garbage
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Response from developer

We are very sorry that the traditional place names near Iqaluit are not what you were expecting. As an Indigenous charity, we take data integrity very seriously, especially when it involves Indigenous Knowledge. In this case, our Traditional Place Names for Nunavut come from the official Inuit Heritage Trust source. If you would like to provide comments or corrections on any of these place names, please reach out to info@siku.org and we would be happy help. Additionally, on the SIKU.org website, users can comment on place names which can then be reviewed for inclusion in future updates. Nakumik.

FAQ

What is SIKU used for?

SIKU is designed for Indigenous communities and harvesters. It offers features for tracking hunting trips, tools for ice safety, weather forecasting, and language preservation.

Is SIKU free to use?

Yes, SIKU is available for free. The app does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements.

What devices does SIKU support?

Currently, SIKU is supported on iPhone devices. It was last updated on October 28, 2026, with version 3.1.0.

How does SIKU protect user data?

SIKU operates on the principle of intellectual property, meaning users own their data. No data can be used without explicit permission.

What is the age rating for SIKU?

SIKU has an age rating of 9+. This indicates it is suitable for users aged 9 and above.

What are the guiding principles of SIKU?

SIKU is guided by principles of Respect, Self-Determination, Intellectual Property, and Integrity, ensuring a safe and ethical space for sharing Indigenous knowledge.

How often is SIKU updated?

The latest version of SIKU, 3.1.0, was released on October 28, 2026. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing development.

Does SIKU require real identity verification?

Yes, SIKU requires real identity verification to maintain the integrity of the community and ensure it remains a safe space for Indigenous knowledge.