Labour Market News

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• Week of 2025-12-15 to 2026-01-02

  • The Inuit Broadcasting Corp. (IBC) is launching a four-month media training program for Inuit youth starting June 2026. The program, held in Ottawa and Nunavut, will provide training in filming, audio recording, and post-production editing. Once participants graduate, IBC plans to hire at least two full-time employees and provide contract work opportunities to the others.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • Agnico Eagle Mines and Nukik Corp. have agreed to jointly purchase agreements for electricity to power the proposed Kivalliq Hydro-Fibre Link. The project is estimated to cost about $3.39B and will connect Nunavut to Manitoba's hydroelectric and broadband internet networks. Once the project is completed, Nukik anticipates generating $8B in revenue over 50 years.

    nunatsiaq.com
• Week of 2025-12-08 to 2025-12-12

  • Nukik and Agnico Eagle Mines have signed a memorandum of understanding to advance the Kivalliq hydro-fibre link project, which will connect Nunavut to Manitoba's hydroelectric and fiber-optic networks. The initiative aims to bring clean energy and high-speed internet to the Kivalliq region, potentially reducing the operational costs and environmental impacts of the area’s mining industry.

    canadianminingjournal.com

  • The Hamlet of Kugaaruk is under a local state of emergency after seawater infiltrated the local water treatment plant and contaminated the drinking water. While an emergency supply of bottled water will be flown in from Iqaluit, government offices and schools will remain closed until further notice.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • Rising gold prices could lead to a new mine being built in Nunavut next year, while also prolonging the life of a gold mine near Baker Lake. The increased profit from high gold prices could revive the Hope Bay project, which went into care and maintenance in March 2020, and extend the Meadowbank mine’s operations from 2028 to 2030.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • The Government of Nunavut and the Nunavut Employees Union have ratified a new four-year collective agreement, retroactively effective October 1, 2024. The agreement includes a 9% wage increase for the first year, followed by a 3% raise for 2025 and 2026, and a 2.5% raise for 2027. Additionally, Northern allowances and Inuktut language bonuses will also increase in the next couple of years.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • The federal government recently launched the Regional Defence Investment Initiative, which will deliver up to $40.5M over three years to help small- and medium-sized enterprises across the North. The program will support businesses in expanding their capacity, connecting to national and international defence supply chains, and establishing defence-related strategic infrastructure.

    canada.ca
• Week of 2025-12-01 to 2025-12-05

  • The Kitikmeot Inuit Association and B2Gold have created a $4M wealth fund to support infrastructure projects across Nunavut. Existing projects seeking to continue operations will not be eligible for the fund. Only new investments will be entitled to the fund, with priority given to projects that create long-term job opportunities.

    nunavutnews.com

  • The Mark Kalluak Community Hall in Arviat has reopened after closing in September due to floor and foundation issues. The facility spent over $1M on repairs, which included installing thermosyphons to prevent permafrost thawing damage by keeping the ground frozen. The next steps will involve levelling the building, which is expected to take up to two years to complete.

    nunavutnews.com

  • The City of Iqaluit recently approved the 2026 operating budget, which includes no property tax increases. The city anticipates a $2.3M surplus, with projected revenues of $75.6M and expenses of $73.3M. The city’s $83.4M capital budget for 2026, which outlines equipment purchases and infrastructure spending, was previously approved in October.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • Sakku Innovative Building Solutions is currently building a modular homes factory in Arviat. The facility is expected to create 40 full-time jobs and produce about 40 housing units annually. Once construction is completed in April 2026, the factory plans to employ experienced specialists and promote Inuit employment by training locals and community members.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2025-11-24 to 2025-11-28

  • Iqaluit Transit has acquired a second bus and is expected to launch services in on January 19, 2026. The company is still awaiting approval to set up signposts for stops along the route, which has yet to be finalized. Interviews to hire a bus driver are currently underway.

    nunatsiaq.com
• Week of 2025-11-17 to 2025-11-21

  • The City of Iqaluit has launched a new online business license portal, which is currently open for 2026 business license renewals. Business owners are encouraged to submit their application by January 31, 2026, to benefit from a discounted fee. Although the application system is active, the payment portal is not available. Business payments must be made in person at City Hall until further notice.

    iqaluit.ca

  • The federal government has recommended the Iqaluit Nukkiksautiit Hydro Project for fast-track approval. The $500M hydroelectric power plant is expected to create hundreds of jobs, cut greenhouse gas emissions, and generate 15 megawatts of electricity for about 100 years. The expedited permitting process could allow construction to start in 2028 and have the plant running by 2033.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • The federal government has announced seven more initiatives recommended for fast-tracked approval, including the Iqaluit hydro project and the Northwest Critical Conservation Corridor in northwest B.C. and Yukon. The seven initiatives, along with the five previously recommended in September, are worth a combined $116B.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2025-11-10 to 2025-11-14

  • The Hamlet of Qikiqtarjuaq is set to begin constructing a deepsea port in summer 2026. Completion is scheduled for 2029 and operations expected to start in 2030. The $200M project will feature a 75m wharf, a crane, security and operations offices, and an access road. Although the port won’t be available year-round, it aims to set Qikiqtarjuaq as a key sealift and refuelling hub in the Eastern Arctic.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • Nunavut Nukkiksautiit Corp. plans to construct a hydroelectric power plant along the Kuugaluk River near Iqaluit to replace the city’s diesel-generated electricity. The plant will feature a dam and powerhouse and is expected to generate 15 megawatts for about 100 years once operational in 2033.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • Temporary measures are in place to allow Nunavut pharmacists the ability to remotely supervise pharmacies and nurse practitioners to prescribe medications while new regulations are being developed. The Pharmacy Professions Act is expected to be finalized by late 2026 and will cover areas such as professional standards, pharmacy technician registration, supervision, and misconduct management.

    nunavutnews.com
• Week of 2025-11-03 to 2025-11-07

  • Nunavut’s sole Elders van service has ended operations on November 1. In its place, the Nunavut government has provided $1M to launch an Elders van service across five communities. Northern Future Skills Development, a non-profit organization, will own the vans and help secure operational funding. The service currently runs on a part-time basis with one driver, one helper, and one dispatcher.

    nunavutnews.com

  • The City of Iqaluit is preparing a proposal to Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami (ITK) outlining why the city should house Inuit Nunangat University’s main campus. ITK has shortlisted eight potential locations and will make the final selection later this year. The institute aims to open in 2030 and will accommodate 100 students and 80 staff once completed.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • An Inuit-led company has partnered with an Ottawa-based venture capital and military contracting firm to create Sapujjijiit Inc., an Inuit defence corporation. Announced on October 21, the corporation aims to connect southern defence companies with local communities to develop and test military technology in cold-weather environments, with plans to expand into manufacturing in the future.

    nunatsiaq.com
• Week of 2025-10-27 to 2025-10-31

  • The Iqaluit Elders Society is calling for further measures to meet growing senior needs in Nunavut. The society argues that funding at-home and in-community Elder care would lead to better health outcomes and could be cost-effective or cheaper than building long-term care homes. By switching to a community-based model, the territory could potentially create 584 units for Elders and 632 jobs.

    nnsl.com

  • Igluvut Corporation, a new not-for-profit housing organization led by representatives from regional Inuit associations and Nunavut Tunngavik Inc, has been launched with $135M in initial funding. The funds will go towards various projects focused on affordable housing and shelters. Although community allotments have not been decided, construction on the first homes are expected to begin by April 2026.

    cbc.ca

  • The City of Iqaluit has approved plans to convert a section of West 40 for industrial use. The industrial subdivision will primarily be used for businesses, while incorporating protected lands for dog team use. Construction on roads and water drainage infrastructure will begin next year.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • A $60M apartment complex in Iqaluit will begin construction next year, with completion scheduled for 2027. The 45-unit building will feature joint spaces, a pharmacy, daycare, small chapel, and its own power generator. Though the complex is part of an initiative to build three elders’ facilities across Nunavut, the Iqaluit Elders Society is calling for further measures to meet growing needs.

    nunatsiaq.com
• Week of 2025-10-20 to 2025-10-24

  • Nunavut Tunngavik is providing $5M to the Inuit Heritage Trust for the construction of the Nunavut Inuit Heritage Centre. The funding marks the final installment of the federal government's 2015 Settlement Agreement. Construction is slated to begin in 2027, with the opening expected by 2030.

    tunngavik.com

  • Qikiqtaaluk Fisheries is welcoming a new $100M fishing vessel for the 2026 fishing season. The ship, which can accommodate up to 34 crew members, will feature an onboard processing plant and will be able to catch and process twice as much fish as its predecessor. The vessel is currently under construction in Spain and is set to arrive in Canada in May 2026, reaching Iqaluit in August 2026.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • The City of Iqaluit has approved $83.4M for the 2026 capital budget, nearly $10M more than the capital budget for 2025. The budget will include allocations of $43M to improve water infrastructure and $4M to pave roads.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2025-10-13 to 2025-10-17

  • Cambridge Bay recently opened a new youth drop-in centre. The centre offers programming focused on mental health and family violence prevention, with plans to add more programs and services once additional staff are hired. The facility currently employs a program coordinator, a youthful-Elder mentor, and a youth programmer.

    nunavutnews.com

  • Gjoa Haven recently launched a new elder bus service capable of accommodating four wheelchairs and 12 seated passengers. The hamlet is currently seeking long-term funding to support operations and to hire a full-time driver. Once a driver is secured, the program will expand the services for errands, medical appointments, and airport rides.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • The Nunavut government is proposing a $3.3B project to connect Manitoba Hydro’s power grid to five western Nunavut communities and a gold mine. The project is expected to create local jobs and generate around $8B in revenue over 50 years. Construction would start by 2028 and power would be available for the mine by 2032.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2025-10-06 to 2025-10-10

  • Highland Critical Minerals Corp. is launching an exploration program at its Sy Property in Nunavut in late October. The program will focus on reviewing geological and geophysical data, locating additional targets, and performing an on-site geophysics program to identify gold mineralization at the deposit.

    juniorminingnetwork.com

  • B2Gold Corp. announced that the Goose Mine in Nunavut has achieved commercial production on October 2. The company expects gold production to reach 80,000 to 110,000 ounces in 2025, with an average production of 330,000 ounces annually for six years starting in 2026.

    b2gold.com

  • The Qajuqturvik Community Food Centre in Iqaluit is raising concerns about increasing food security within the territory. With over 8% of residents relying on the centre for daily meals, the centre plans to double the number of kitchen staff to 14 in order to meet the increasing demands. However, this expansion will cost over $1M.

    nnsl.com

  • A new professional association for nurses in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut will be created in early 2026. The Northwest Territories and Nunavut Association of Nurses (NTNAN) will provide professional advocacy, leadership development, and mentorship, while the current association will continue to support regulatory work.

    cabinradio.ca
• Week of 2025-09-29 to 2025-10-03

  • Schools and territorial government offices in Pangnirtung have temporarily closed due to a state of emergency affecting the community’s water services. The state of emergency has since been lifted; however, schools and government offices will remain closed until further notice.

    pentictonherald.ca
• Week of 2025-09-22 to 2025-09-26

  • The Qikiqtani Inuit Association is allocating $595K to equip the Nauttiqsuqtiit Conservation Centre in Arctic Bay with 96 solar panels. The system is expected to generate 38,000 kilowatt-hours of energy annually, while also providing local training and employment opportunities throughout installation.

    nunavutnews.com

  • Rankin Inlet recently hosted the 2025 Kivalliq Trade Show from September 22 to 24. The expo showcased business opportunities and technology panels, highlighting Sakku Innovative Building Solutions’ prefabricated and modular buildings factory. The factory is currently under construction and is expected to create 40 carpentry- and general labour- related jobs for the Inuit community.

    nnsl.com

  • The Qikiqtani Inuit Association and Qikiqtaaluk Corporation are developing a new sea port in Qikiqtarjuaq. The port is expected to enhance national security, search-and-rescue operations, and maritime defence, in addition to supporting the sustainable development of Nunavut’s seafood and fishing industry. The port’s design phase is slated for completion this fall.

    www.gov.nu.ca

  • SPC Nickel Corp. has recently completed its 2025 summer exploration program at the Muskox Project in Nunavut. The drill program focused on exploring the magmatic system and identifying drill-ready targets. The next phase of project will involve integrating new data to generate exploration targets for 2026.

    juniorminingnetwork.com
• Week of 2025-09-15 to 2025-09-19

  • The Apex cemetery in Iqaluit is slated to complete its expansion project by the end of September. The project cost totalled $1.9M and added eight to ten years of plot space to the graveyard.

    nunavutnews.com

  • The federal government is partnering with Nunavut Housing Corp. to build 700 homes in Nunavut as part of a $13B initiative seeking to build 4,000 modular homes across Canada. Details regarding Nunavut’s allotment have not been confirmed, as the portion of funding and whether it will cover ongoing construction or apply only to new builds remains unknown.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • Nunavut Arctic College is receiving $5M from the Mastercard Foundation to expand training and cultural programming. The funding is part of a $235M national initiative aimed at increasing Indigenous enrollment in fields such as health care, trades, engineering, and technology over the next decade.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • Qikiqtaaluk Fisheries, an Iqaluit-based fishing company, launched a new trawler designed for sustainable shrimp and turbot harvesting on September 9. The ship features a low-emission engine and can accommodate up to 34 crew members. The vessel can process 750 tonnes of shrimp and 1,100 tonnes of turbot, and is equipped with capabilities for catching, cooking, freezing, and robotic palletizing.

    nnsl.com
• Week of 2025-09-08 to 2025-09-12

  • Future Fuels has initiated the permitting process for exploration at its Hornby Basin project, located 95km southwest of Kugluktuk. Planned work for the 2025 field season include ground geophysical surveys, geological mapping, geochemical sampling, and optional airborne geophysical surveys. All activities are set to occur on Crown Land, with no plans for work on Inuit-owned lands.

    canadianminingjournal.com

  • Guardian Exploration Inc. has begun its 2025 field season work on the Sundog gold exploration claims in Kivalliq. Field camp mobilization and construction is underway, enabling early exploration and planned drilling for 2026. Initial geological crews have been deployed and a one-month program involving geological mapping, prospecting, soil sampling, and trenching will soon commence.

    juniorminingnetwork.com

  • A new 24-bed long-term care facility in Cambridge Bay is expected to open in fall 2028. The facility aims to support elders in need of care, facilitate family visits, and provide learning and employment opportunities. Although the groundbreaking ceremony has taken place, the project remains in the design phase, with the tendering process and construction to follow.

    cbc.ca

  • The Goose mine, owned by B2Gold, has begun production. The mine is located 400km south of Cambridge Bay and is expected to operate for nine years, producing 300,000 ounces of gold in 2026. The company aims to increase local employment, with plans to increase Inuit representation. Currently, the project employs 200 Inuit workers out of 1,110 mine employees.

    cbc.ca

  • The federal government has announced funding support through the Regional Tariff Response Initiative to help northern small- and medium-sized businesses adapt to economic uncertainties caused by tariffs and trade challenges. The initiative will support businesses in enhancing productivity, diversifying export markets, strengthening supply chains, and improving domestic trade within Canada.

    canada.ca

  • The federal government is providing over $18.7M to the Nunavut government to strengthen communities with infrastructure needs. The funding will support projects across 19 categories focused on essential services and recreational infrastructure, such as improving sports and recreation facilities, water systems, local roads, and bridges.

    canada.ca
• Week of 2025-09-01 to 2025-09-05

  • The Government of Nunavut still has 172 unfilled teaching positions across the territory as of August 22. This number represents a 21% vacancy rate for teaching positions. The territory is continuing its efforts to train teachers locally through the Nunavut Teacher Education Program.

    nunavutnews.com

  • Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI) has approved $98M in spending for supportive housing initiatives in Nunavut. The newly approved funding nearly doubles the amount of disbursements year-over-year. Funding comes from the Government of Canada's Urban, Rural and Northern Indigenous Housing Strategy.

    nunavutnews.com

  • The Nunavut government is increasing the territory's minimum wage to $19.75 per hour, effective September 1, 2025. The government will continue to review and adjust the minimum wage rate annually to better reflect the cost of living and wage trends across the territory. Nunavut currently maintains the highest minimum wage rate in Canada.

    www.gov.nu.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $1.3M to support a three-year project to improve Arctic search and rescue operations in Nunavut and Nunavik. The project aims to address rescue challenges posed by harsh weather, dangerous terrain, and limited infrastructure.

    rcinet.ca
• Week of 2025-08-18 to 2025-08-22

  • Four large-scale solar panel systems have been installed across Nunavut over summer. The solar power projects aim to reduce the territory's reliance on diesel power, with a fifth installation planned for Resolute Bay in June 2026.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • The Kitikmeot Regional Health Centre in Cambridge Bay is offering only emergency services until August 30 due to staffing shortages. Depending upon urgency, some services such as midwifery, doctors’ visits, lab work, and x-rays, will still be available.

    cbc.ca

  • Youth in Nunavut are concluding summer job placements that were funded by the $2.6M Tuglirijavut Student Employment Program, an initiative that has supported over 130 positions this year. The program is aimed at providing work experience to Inuit and non-Inuit students who have lived in the territory prior to entering high school.

    nnsl.com

  • Nunavut's Family Services department is currently using contractors to fill essential roles due to a decrease in filled positions, which has fallen from 67% to 61% since 2023. The use of contract staff is intended to ensure continuous service delivery for children, youth, and families while recruitment efforts for indeterminate positions are underway.

    cbc.ca

  • Blue Star Gold Corp. has launched Phase 2 of its 2025 Exploration Program in Nunavut's High Lake Belt. The drilling campaign will focus on evaluating new zones of mineralization previously identified in Phase 1, while ongoing efforts in Lithogeochemical surveys, structural mapping, and channel sampling in the Flood Zone will continue.

    bluestargold.ca
• Week of 2025-08-11 to 2025-08-15

  • Pond Inlet is expecting around 20 cruise ship visits this summer, down from nearly 30 in 2024. The decrease is attributed to last year’s decision to prohibit cruise ships in 2025 — a choice that has since been reversed. The hamlet generates about $500K annually from cruise visits, netting around $250K after expenses.

    nunatsiaq.com
• Week of 2025-08-04 to 2025-08-08

  • Agnico Eagle has shipped 20 modular homes to Baker Lake and Rankin Inlet as part of the Nunavut 3000, a $2.6B initiative seeking to build 3,000 new housing units in the territory by 2030. Funded by the Nunavut government, the homes are expected to be ready for occupancy this winter and will follow the standard public housing allocation process.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • Aston Bay Holdings Ltd. has launched its summer field program at the Epworth copper-silver-zinc-cobalt project in Nunavut. Field work will focus on the southern portion of the property, where initial mapping had already uncovered several copper mineralization zones. Work will continue over the coming weeks, with six crew members working at float-plane-supported campsites within the property.

    miningnorth.com

  • The Nunavut government and two Indigenous associations have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at developing sustainable fisheries in Nunavut and Greenland. The agreement will encourage investments in the fishery sector to drive community and economic growth. A Greenland-Nunavut Fisheries Committee will be formed to support dialogue, information-sharing, and joint initiatives.

    www.gov.nu.ca
• Week of 2025-07-28 to 2025-08-01

  • The federal government is providing $600K to Qillaq Innovations to address housing shortages and provide affordable homeownership across Nunavut. Qillaq Innovations' Bay Home Expansion Project aims to construct a new, cost-effective housing model in addition to creating jobs in Cambridge Bay. The project is expected to hire at least three apprentices to support the build.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada, Government of Nunavut, and Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated are partnering to launch a training certificate program focused on building a workforce specialized in managing lands, waters, and resources in Nunavut. The program will offer 12 participants full-time, indeterminate employment with the government, housing benefits, and paid training.

    www.gov.nu.ca
• Week of 2025-07-21 to 2025-07-25

  • A new airport terminal in Kugluktuk recently opened after more than two years of construction. The $17.3M terminal allows arriving passengers to collect their luggage indoors and is accessible for those with mobility impairments. The old terminal will be demolished once new communications systems are completed, while supply shipments of food and fuel will remain unaffected.

    nnsl.com

  • Iqaluit’s aquatic centre pool and gym will close for annual maintenance and repairs starting July 28. The gym and pool will remain closed until August 3 and August 13 respectively.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • The Government of Nunavut has signed a 10-year agreement with Bradley Air Services — operating as Canadian North — for various air transportation services, such as duty travel, medical travel, and cargo. Effective July 15, the agreement consolidates air services across the territory's three regions, with cost varying based on service usage.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2025-07-14 to 2025-07-18

  • The Nunavut government is accepting applications for its new cruise ship training program, Nalunaiqsijiit Cruise Ship Training Initiative. Courses will be provided in Iqaluit in November 2025, followed by a summer internship onboard a vessel. Applicants must be Nunavut Inuk, aged 18 or older, and can obtain or have a passport.

    www.gov.nu.ca
• Week of 2025-07-07 to 2025-07-11

  • Effective September 1, 2025, the minimum wage in Nunavut will increase 4% to $19.75, the highest minimum wage rate in Canada.

    www.gov.nu.ca

  • Arviat’s modular homes factory is nearly complete and is expected to begin manufacturing houses in April 2026. Once operational, the factory aims to build 40 houses annually, employ 40 full-time workers, and create an additional 100 construction support jobs.

    nunatsiaq.com
• Week of 2025-07-14 to 2025-07-18

  • The Nunavut Impact Review Board rejected Atha Energy Corp.’s uranium project proposal for its Thelon Property. The proposal was rejected due to risks to wildlife and a lack of clear mitigation strategies. In particular, the board reported concerns for caribou habitats, traditional Inuit land use, and Baker Lake’s cultural identity.

    nunatsiaq.com
• Week of 2025-06-23 to 2025-06-27

  • The Department of Finance is seeking part-time liquor and cannabis inspectors on a contract basis in Cambridge Bay. These inspectors will monitor compliance with Nunavut’s Liquor and Cannabis Acts and Regulations, with the majority of work scheduled during evenings and weekends. Applicants who are Nunavut Inuit will be given priority.

    www.gov.nu.ca

  • The Summer Employment for Nunavut Students (SENS) program is back, supporting on-the-job training for students aged 15 to 30 returning to school in the fall. Eligible employers—including businesses, non-profits, and hamlets—can receive wage subsidies for hiring local youth, with applications made on the students’ behalf.

    www.gov.nu.ca

  • New air terminal buildings opened in Naujaat, Whale Cove, and Kugluktuk, replacing outdated facilities. These upgrades are part of an air terminal renewal program, which includes a new $85M terminal in Rankin Inlet opening later this year.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • The Hamlets Employing Youth (HEY) program offers six-month paid work placements for Nunavut youth aged 15 to 30 who are out of school and unemployed or underemployed. Funded in part by the Government of Nunavut, HEY supports local hamlets in providing workplace training with the expectation of full-time employment following the program and covers up to 90% of wages for participants with disabilities.

    www.gov.nu.ca
• Week of 2025-06-16 to 2025-06-20

  • Aston Bay Holdings Ltd. began exploration work at its Storm Copper Project, a joint-venture with American West Metals, on Somerset Island, Nunavut. The successful development of the Storm Copper Project could generate significant economic benefits, including job creation and infrastructure development. Aston Bay is also planning more drilling at its Epworth copper project in Nunavut.

    citybuzz.co

  • According to a spokesperson from Transportation and Infrastructure Nunavut, the Grise Ford harbour project is currently in the design phase and is anticipated to be completed by 2029, pending approval from the Nunavut Impact Review Board. The harbour is expected to improve boating safety and efficiency, with funds to be provided by Transport Canada.

    nunatsiaq.com
• Week of 2025-06-09 to 2025-06-13

  • The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) is granting a $6.7M loan to the Government of Nunavut for the Anuriqjuak Nukkiksuatiit Project, which aims to develop a wind turbine and energy storage system in Nunavut. This project is expected to create up to 20 jobs during construction, along with providing economic benefits and generating revenue to support local priorities.

    newswire.ca

  • The Government of Nunavut is accepting funding applications for its Sport of Social Development Grant. Eligible non-profit organizations and municipalities may submit proposals for recreation programs that use sports to improve social development or reduce barriers for women and girls to participate in sports.

    www.gov.nu.ca

  • The Government of Nunavut and the Nunavut Teachers’ Association ratified a new three-year collective agreement, effective July 1. The agreement aims to improve teacher retention and recruitment in Nunavut. It includes a 9% wage increase this July, followed by 3% increases in both 2026 and 2027. Additionally, teachers will now be eligible for a Continuous Service Bonus.

    www.gov.nu.ca
• Week of 2025-06-02 to 2025-06-06

  • According to Qulliq Energy Corp., costs for the Kivalliq Hydro-Fibre Link project have increased to $3.2B from $1.2B in 2019. Led by Nukik Corp., the project includes a 1,200-kilometre transmission line to bring renewable electricity and high-speed interned to communities and two gold mines in Nunavut. Work began in 2018 and is expected to be completed in 2032. Nukik Corp. expects the project to generate $8B in revenue over 50 years through construction and mining.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • The federal Auditor General released a report on Nunavut Housing Corporation (NHC), finding a shortfall of public housing in Nunavut, with 3,000 people on the public housing waiting list. A number of factors prevent the growth of housing availability, including a lack of Inuit workers in skilled trades, limited annual supply shipments, a brief construction season, and no roads linking Nunavut’s communities. Despite these obstacles, NHC aims to construct 1,400 housing units by 2030.

    aptnnews.ca
• Week of 2025-05-26 to 2025-05-30

  • Qulliq Energy Corp. announced that design work for its $122M power plant replacement project is underway at power plants in Cambridge Bay, Gjoa Haven, and Igloolik. Construction at each site is slated to start in the 2025/2026 fiscal year. Qulliq Energy Corp. also plans to replace and install emergency generators in various communities across Nunavut.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • Aston Bay and American West Metals have announced that an exploration project will start this summer at the Storm copper mining project located on Somerset Island, Nunavut. American West Metals will serve as the project operator for the exploration program.

    astonbayholdings.com
• Week of 2025-05-19 to 2025-05-23

  • The Nunavut Partnership Committee (NPC), including executive members of the Government of Nunavut and Nunavut Tunngavik Inc., endorsed two new workplans on infrastructure and arctic sovereignty and security. With the new workplans, NPC aims to improve Inuit livelihoods, reinforce Arctic security, and develop economic opportunities.

    www.gov.nu.ca
• Week of 2025-05-26 to 2025-05-30

  • Makigaiqta Inuit Training Corporation is providing $2.2M to Nunavut Sivuniksavut (NS), an Inuit learning centre, for a staff training initiative. Over the next four years, the funding will go towards new positions, operational resources, and staff mentorship opportunities in order to improve long-term operations.

    tunngavik.com
• Week of 2025-05-19 to 2025-05-23

  • Nunavut Tunngavik is seeking proposals from groups spearheading projects that reclaim and revitalize the Inuktut languages. The Inuit advocacy organization has $13.8M in federal funding to distribute to qualifying projects.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • Three Nunavut community groups won cash prizes at the 2025 Arctic Inspiration Prize ceremony. The Kitikmeot Community Elder Training Program and Ajunngittutit, an education model for neurodiverse youths, each received $500,000. The Baker Lake Community Diabetes Prevention and Nutrition Program was awarded $223,000 for its work against Type 2 diabetes.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • The Government of Nunavut and the Nunavut Teachers’ Association have reached a tentative agreement on a new four-year contract. While the details of the new agreement have not been disclosed, the union president had previously stated that the bargaining team would seek a salary increase close to the nine percent Government of Nunavut employees received last year.

    nunatsiaq.com
• Week of 2025-05-12 to 2025-05-16

  • The Nunavut Airports Division has opened a new airport terminal in Whale Cove. At 3,500 sq. ft., the $15M building is three times the size of the terminal it is replacing. It includes a backup generator system that can power the airfield in the event of a prolonged outage.

    nnsl.com

  • Skilled tradespeople are in high demand in Nunavut, and some contractors are bringing workers from southern Canada into the territory because they are unable to fill jobs locally. Nunavut’s Department of Family Services provides a wage subsidy to employers who hire Nunavummiut workers as registered apprentices. There were 57 businesses, and 156 apprentices signed up for this program in 2024.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • The Qulliq Energy Corporation is making improvements to generators at its Iqaluit power plant after a series of outages over the winter. The utility corporation is currently replacing one of its six generators, and will be adding another new generator by this summer.

    nnsl.com

  • Construction is underway on Uquutaq Society’s new low-barrier shelter in Iqaluit, which is scheduled to open in July 2026. The project will include 44 emergency shelter beds, 13 transitional housing rooms, a warming centre, and a kitchen and dining room to provide meals to clients.

    cbc.ca

  • The Nunavut government's new $59.4M long-term care facility in Rankin Inlet will open for elders on May 26. The facility is slated to employ 40 to 50 full-time staff. The Nunavut government plans to open two more long-term care facilities in Cambridge Bay and Iqaluit by 2030.

    nunatsiaq.com
• Week of 2025-05-05 to 2025-05-09

  • A clinic has opened in Arviat to screen for Tuberculosis. Amid an outbreak of the infectious disease, the Department of Health is offering screenings to residents between the ages of 13 and 40. The clinic will run until June.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2025-04-21 to 2025-04-25

  • A solar energy project in Grise Fiord is set to expand, increasing its generation capacity from 10 to 100 kilowatts. As the northernmost commercial solar power producer in North America, it will help displace 30,000 litres of diesel annually while reducing transportation costs.

    nunavutnews.com

  • A solar energy project in Grise Fiord is set to expand, increasing its generation capacity from 10 to 100 kilowatts. As the northernmost commercial solar power producer in North America, it will help displace 30,000 litres of diesel annually while reducing transportation costs.

    nunavutnews.com

  • The premiers of Manitoba and Nunavut have signed a memorandum, starting the process of connecting Nunavut to Manitoba's electrical grid. A link spanning over 1,200 kilometers will be built in the north of Manitoba and will aid several remote communities in replacing diesel as their main source of generating electricity.

    cbc.ca

  • The premiers of Manitoba and Nunavut have signed a memorandum, starting the process of connecting Nunavut to Manitoba's electrical grid. A link spanning over 1,200 kilometers will be built in the north of Manitoba and will aid several remote communities in replacing diesel as their main source of generating electricity.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2025-04-14 to 2025-04-18

  • Asbestos remediation begins in May as part of the Anglican Diocese of the Arctic's redevelopment project in Pangnirtung, Nunavut. The $300K remediation effort marks the first step in removing the existing buildings this summer, followed by a fall consultation process to determine future development for the site.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. is exploring options to extend production at its Meadowbank and Meliadine mines beyond their planned closures in 2028 and 2032, while preparing workers, especially from Baker Lake, for transitions to other sites. The company also plans to start gold production at its shovel-ready Hope Bay property in the Kitikmeot Region by 2030.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • B2Gold's Goose mine in Nunavut is set to pour its first gold in June 2025, following extensive construction efforts. Commercial production is expected to ramp up by the third quarter, marking the beginning of operations for the territory’s newest gold mine.

    nnsl.com
• Week of 2025-04-07 to 2025-04-11

  • Fossil Creek Industrial Training Inc. is collaborating on a heavy equipment operator course with the Trades and Apprenticeship Program of Nunavut, aiming to establish a regional training operation in Iqaluit. According to Fossil Creek, the courses are available in Inuktitut.

    infomedia.gc.ca

  • The Nunavut Mining Symposium opened at Iqaluit's Aqsarniit Hotel, with 377 registered delegates signed up for discussions on issues relating to the mining industry, geoscience, Inuit inclusion, as well as Arctic security.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • The communications training firm Trustmakers is offering a free online media training course for Inuktitut speakers. The course is geared towards not-for-profit and public sector situations and is comprised of video exercises and self-directed modules. With experience delivering communications services across the north, Trustmakers emphasizes an open approach to public relations.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • The new air terminal for Chesterfield Inlet is operational, though a grand opening ceremony was delayed. According to the Director of the Nunavut Airports Division, the new facility is more convenient, efficient and has a backup power generator, allowing airport services to continue uninterrupted in the event of an outage. Final construction work is expected to continue in the coming months.

    nunavutnews.com

  • The Government of Nunavut has reorganized several departments, launching the new Department of Community Services and the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Nunavut. According to the territorial government, the new structure will result in more efficient and responsive delivery of services.

    www.gov.nu.ca
• Week of 2025-03-31 to 2025-04-04

  • The Baker Lake Daycare has secured $6.35M in funding for a new facility after the previous facility was destroyed by a fire in 2021. The project will be funded through a $2.48M contribution agreement with the Kivalliq Inuit Association and $3.46M contribution from the Government of Nunavut's Early Learning and Child Care Program.

    nunatsiaq.com
• Week of 2025-03-24 to 2025-03-28

  • Pangnirtung Fisheries, a commercial fishing business, has received support from various levels of government to train and hire local youth. Nunavut's Economic Development Minister acknowledged the company for its transformative impact on the region, highlighting it as a model for other communities to follow.

    nunavutnews.com

  • A motion picture, "In Alaska", is being filmed in Iqaluit and Apex. Details of the $8M Dutch-Canadian co-production, including the names of actors and its screening locations, have not been disclosed.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • The board of Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) approved its $29.4M budget, which includes a $4M contribution to the Government of Nunavut for tuberculosis clinical care, as well as a $2M budget for the Nunavut Hunters Support Program, representing an increase of 3.7%. NTI states the funds will aid communities with TB outbreaks, and provide predictable funding for Regional Inuit Associations and the Inuit Heritage Trust.

    tunngavik.com
• Week of 2025-03-17 to 2025-03-21

  • While visiting Iqaluit, Prime Minister Carney announced $253M for Indigenous reconciliation initiatives, including $94M to upgrade power plants and $20M for a hydroelectric project by Nunavut Nukkiksautiit Corporation. In addition, $74M in funding was announced for housing development.

    ctvnews.ca

  • Prime Minister Mark Carney announced $420M to expand the presence of the Canadian Forces in the Arctic and to establish a year-round presence. The funds are in addition to previously-announced initiatives to create military hubs in Nunavut and the Northwest Territories.

    cabinradio.ca

  • The Nunavut Inuit Heritage Centre will receive $50M in new funding for construction following an agreement between Nunavut Tunngavik Inc., the Government of Nunavut, and the Federal Government. The centre is expected to be completed by 2030.

    nunavutnews.com

  • The Kimmirut Air Terminal Building has opened, part of a planned series of upgrades to airport infrastructure in Nunavut throughout 2025. The terminal project was completed with funding from the territorial Department of Community and Government Services, as well as Transport Canada.

    www.gov.nu.ca
• Week of 2025-03-03 to 2025-03-07

  • The Government of Nunavut has shut down the Nunik Care Services group home following an investigation. The facility served children aged 5 to 19. The Department of Family Services will notify affected youth once a transition plan to another facility is finalized.

    cbc.ca

  • The Qinnirvik Country Food and Bulk Store in Iqaluit has opened for business. The store offers locally-harvested food that it acquires in partnership with hunters, as well as produce and other grocery items. The store uses a sliding scale to keep prices low and improve local food security.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • The federal government will contribute up to $6M to Sakku Properties Ltd. to build a modular housing factory in Arviat by late 2025. Once completed, the factory will provide 40 full-time jobs, produce 40 houses per year, and offer a skilled trades training program aimed at increasing Inuit employment in the Kivalliq region's construction industry.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Nunavut has signed on to a National School Food Policy funding agreement, which will see the federal government contribute $7.6M over three years to provide school meals. Funds will go towards staffing and upgrading kitchen facilities, as well as providing local foods for school children.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • The federal government is contributing $400K to Pairijiit Tigummiaqtikkut for the development of an elder care complex. The funds will assist the Inuit not-for-profit organization develop technical drawings for the proposed facility, with a target open date of late 2027.

    canada.ca

  • The federal government will contribute $200M to Inuit-led conservation efforts in the Qikiqtani region, with an additional $70M from private donors. The projects are expected to attract $318M in investment over 15 years and create job opportunities for the region.

    aptnnews.ca

  • A new hotel will be built on Astro Hill by Nunastar Properties Inc. after Iqaluit City Council voted to approve its development application. The 85-room hotel is slated to be completed in 2027, and a portion of the rooms will be designed to accommodate longer-term stays.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • Early childhood educators, management, and support staff will receive a 7.5% wage increase starting in April to keep pace with the cost of living. This change comes as part of an update to the Nunavut Early Learning and Child Care division's wage scale, which applies to licensed child care centres serving children aged 0-6.

    www.gov.nu.ca
• Week of 2025-02-24 to 2025-02-28

  • Nunavut Housing Corporation provided an update on the Nunavut 3000 housing plan, reporting that 350 units have been completed and another 500 are under construction. The Nunavut government is working toward a $2.6B goal to build 3,000 housing units by 2030. So far, $600M has been spent, with the Nunavut Housing Corporation having completed most of the units built to date.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • Canadian North, the airline serving Nunavut and the Northwest Territories, is set to be sold to Winnipeg-based Exchange Income Corporation, an aerospace acquisition company, for $205M. The owners, Makivvik and the Inuvialuit Development Corporation, stated that the sale will not impact the airline's current operations.

    cabinradio.ca

  • The Nunavut government released its 2025-2026 budget, which includes a deficit of $124M. Planned spending totals $3.3B, including operating expenditures and a $350M capital plan for various construction projects, renovations, and purchases. The budget also includes a $66M increase for healthcare, with Education and Housing seeing increases, along with the new Departments of Transportation and Infrastructure and Community Services.

    nunatsiaq.com
• Week of 2025-02-17 to 2025-02-21

  • Several teachers have resigned in Naujaat in recent months, causing concern among school administrators. Although long-term substitutes are taking on the roles, half of the high school's teaching positions are vacant.

    cbc.ca

  • According to Canadian North Resources Inc., the Kivalliq region in Nunavut could become a key player in securing Canada’s domestic supply of critical minerals. The company has invested over $200M into the Ferguson Lake project, which contains essential minerals like nickel, copper, and cobalt for green technologies. Despite challenges from land-use plans, the project could help meet Canada's growing demand for stable sources of critical minerals.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • The Department of Canadian Heritage will provide over $1.1M to support Indigenous-led sports projects in Nunavut. The Government of Nunavut, the City of Iqaluit, Recreation and Parks Association Nunavut, and Sport Nunavut will receive funding for initiatives that engage youth in cultural traditions, environmental stewardship, and creative expression.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) will allocate $15M in federal funding to support the renewal of Elders' Care facilities in three Nunavut communities. One third of the funds are earmarked for upgrades at the facility in Arviat, while the remainder will be spent on improvements to facilities in Gjoa Haven and Igloolik.

    www.gov.nu.ca
• Week of 2025-02-10 to 2025-02-14

  • The Government of Canada has pledged nearly $15M over three years for the Northern Isolated Community Initiatives Fund, which supports food sector businesses, social enterprises, and community-led projects aimed at reducing reliance on southern food supplies.

    canada.ca
• Week of 2025-02-03 to 2025-02-07

  • The Government of Canada is providing $6M to the Government of Nunavut for engineering and design work on Phase III of a new water power plant in Iqaluit. The new plant will replace the city’s diesel generated electricity. The project is expected to create jobs, reduce emissions and strengthen energy independence in the territory. The project could be operational as early as 2033.

    canada.ca

  • White Cliff Minerals Ltd. announced on January 28 that it has secured permits for its maiden drill program at the Rae Copper project in Nunavut. The company expects to begin its first drilling at the site in March.

    miningnewsnorth.com
• Week of 2025-01-27 to 2025-01-31

  • The number of Justices of the Peace, judicial officers who issue warrants, has decreased in Nunavut by 40% since 2016, from 51 in 2016 to 31 currently. In 2016, there were 22 Nunavut communities with a Justice of the Peace; that number is now down to 17. Nunavut’s new chief justice aims to prioritize recruitment and training across the territory.

    cbc.ca

  • Construction for Sanirajak’s new $11M daycare facility is slated to open in January 2026 but may be delayed due to a lack of housing for construction workers. Pile installation, planned to start in fall 2024, has already been delayed. The daycare is expected to accommodate up to 44 children and create dozens of jobs. When the previous daycare closed, many parents stopped working due to a lack of childcare.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2025-01-20 to 2025-01-24

  • A study in the Communications Earth & Environment journal found that melting Arctic permafrost is creating ongoing challenges for communities in the Beaufort Sea region and the Mackenzie River Delta. Major impacts include infrastructure damage, degrading transportation routes, and health risks. Food security is also threatened as quicksand and landslides make hunting and fishing more difficult.

    rcinet.ca

  • Construction of the Nunavut and federal governments’ joint $75.5M project to build five new air terminals in Chesterfield Inlet, Whale Cove, Naujaat, Kugluktuk, and Kimmirut is nearing completion. The five air terminals are expected to open for travellers this spring. Additionally, the new air terminal in Rankin Inlet is estimated to cost about $85M and is expected to be completed in the fall of 2026.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • Construction of Rankin Inlet’s new long-term care centre was officially completed on January 14. The facility includes 24 beds and provides the top two levels of elder care in Nunavut. The centre and its staff are preparing to welcome elders this spring.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2025-01-13 to 2025-01-17

  • The Nunavut government designated over $3.3M for suicide prevention and alcohol and drug prevention initiatives and is accepting program proposals. Programs addressing community needs across the territory may be eligible.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2025-01-06 to 2025-01-10

  • The recreation centre in Baker Lake temporarily closed on January 6 to minimize the spread of influenza A which broke out in the community. The centre will remain closed until January 12 at the earliest. A review on January 13 will determine if the centre will reopen.

    nunatsiaq.com

  • Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) is planning 30 or more capital projects totalling around $86M in Nunavut in 2025. Aging infrastructure is partially causing recent power outages, with 90 outages from September 1 to December 31, 2024. QEC’s projects include new power stations in Cambridge Bay, Gjoa Haven, Igloolik, and potentially Kugluktuk. The power plants are planned to be operational by 2028 or 2029.

    cbc.ca