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Title:

Arctic Bay Nauttiqsuqtiit Centre Solar Microgeneration

Agreement Number:

EAE2422

Agreement Value:

$594,900.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 8, 2025 - Mar 31, 2027

Description:

The objective of the Project is to improve the energy efficiency and offset GHG emissions of a new, vital community building in Arctic Bay, by installing a rooftop, 48Kw photovoltaic (PV) system. This system will enhance the sustainability of the Nauttiqsuqtiit Program, an initiative supporting local Inuit Stewards, while contributing to environmental benefits.

Organization:

Natural Resources Canada

Expected Results:

• Improved sustainability of Indigenous-led programs, contributing to long-term economic and environmental benefits. • Increased energy efficiency and reduced environmental impact in local Inuit communities. • Creation of job opportunities and capacity-building within Indigenous communities, fostering local expertise in clean energy solutions. • Strengthened resilience and self-sufficiency in Indigenous communities through addressing energy inequities. • Long-term reduction in operational costs for community buildings, enhancing economic stability and resource efficiency.

Location:

IQALUIT, Nunavut, CA X0A 3H0

Reference Number:

115-2024-2025-Q4-16533

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

106741663

Recipient Type:

Indigenous recipients

Additional Information:

Grant or contribution awarded and spanning more than one fiscal year.

Recipient's Legal Name:

QIKIQTANI INUIT ASSOCIATION

Program:

Grants & Contributions in support of Energy Efficiency

Program Purpose:

The objective is to improve energy efficiency in Canada. Canadian energy users in the industrial, residential, commercial/institutional, and transportation sectors must have access to the information and qualified expertise required to make informed choices on energy consumption in the marketplace. Across all of these sectors, products that use energy and affect energy consumption will be a specific focus.