Grants and Contributions:

Title:

Moving forward with local research and community consultations to inform a feasibility assessment for the Torngat Area of Interest

Agreement Number:

GC-1659

Agreement Value:

$172,500.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 31, 2022 - Apr 30, 2022

Description:

This funding will directly contribute to three activities that support the Feasibility Assessment of an Indigenous protected area under the Canada National Marine Conservation Areas Act and the Nunatsiavut Government’s Imappivut Marine Plan initiative: 1) Three-day knowledge holder’s workshop; 2) Community engagement; and 3) Winter research work in the Torngat Area of Interest.

Organization:

Parks Canada

Expected Results:

Canada’s natural heritage is protected for present and future generations

Location:

Nain, Newfoundland & Labrador, CA A0P 1L0

Reference Number:

154-2021-2022-Q4-00098

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Aboriginal recipient

Recipient's Legal Name:

Nunatsiavut Government

Federal Riding Name:

Labrador

Federal Riding Number:

10004

Program:

General Class Grants and Contributions Program

Program Purpose:

To assist recipients in conducting activities and delivering projects that will support Parks Canada Agency in fulfilling its mandate.