Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Ungava Bay Hydrography and Environmental Study
Agreement Number:
KME-2526-0006
Agreement Value:
$30,000.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
This project seeks to develop a sustainable, community-led scallop and sea cucumber fishery in Ungava Bay in partnership with the Makivvik Corporation and researchers from the University of Quebec at Trois-Rivières. Using the Lampsilis research vessel, the project will survey marine stocks and broader ecosystem variables to assess fishery feasibility and establish a baseline for long-term environmental monitoring. The initiative also emphasizes collaboration with local communities to promote knowledge exchange and support adaptation to climate change.
Organization:
Polar Knowledge Canada
Location:
Kuujjuaq, Quebec, CA H2T 3A2
Reference Number:
171-2025-2026-Q2-P0011
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Indigenous recipients
Recipient's Legal Name:
Makivvik Corporation
Program:
Grants to Support Research and Activities Relating to The Polar Regions
Program Purpose:
To foster and encourage activities and events that promote greater awareness of, and increase knowledge about, polar regions. Attract, inform and inspire new generations to carry on Canada's increasing activities in polar affairs.