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Agreement Number:
-
Agreement Value:
$1,430,000.00
Agreement Date:
Jan 23, 2020 -
Description:
The community of Inukjuak Nunavik aims to create a 24,000 ha lndigenous Protected and Conserved Area for Arqvilliit (Ottawa Islands). Arqvilliit has always been occupied by Nunavik Inuit since time immemorial. This project will protect habitats for species at risk including the polar bear, a culturally significant species for the Inuit. The protection of Arqvilliit is an important step towards reconciliation with Nunavik Inuit by recognizing and respecting their way of life and the animals on which they rely for their health, culture and livelihood.
Organization:
Environment and Climate Change Canada
Location:
Inukjuak, Quebec, CA
Reference Number:
099-2019-2020-Q4-00087
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Additional Information:

Multi-year

Recipient's Legal Name:
Inukjuak Local Nunavimmi Umajulivijiit Katujiqatigininga And Northern Village Of Inukjuak