It is with sadness that we share the passing of Emily Naulaq Alivaktuk Burns at Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont University Hospital Center in Moncton on July 1, 2026, following complications of pneumonia. Born in Halifax, NS on September 14, 1978, she was the first daughter of Timothy Burns and Leena (Alivaktuk) Burns.

With deep family roots in New Brunswick and Nunavut, Emily grew up between the Maritimes and the Arctic, enjoying the company of loved ones. In 1997, she moved to Robren House in Rexton where she received great care until her death. She was the trusted confidant for many, especially her younger sister Sarabeth. She loved classic jazz, warm summer sunshine, and laughter with loved ones.

Emily is survived by mother Leena, sister Sarabeth, brother-in-law Sean, nephews Raymond and Jackson. She is also survived by many cousins, and the residents and caregivers of Robren House.

She was predeceased by father Timothy Burns.

Arrangements are entrusted to the loving care of Thompson’s Funeral Home in Richibucto, New Brunswick (506-523-4252), where a visitation will take place on Monday, July 13th, 2026, from 9:30 am until time of the memorial service at 10:30 AM at Thompson's Funeral Home Chapel. An interment will take place at the Rexton Catholic Cemetery on Monday, July 13th, 2026, following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that a donation be made to a charity of the donor's choice in Emily's memory.