Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Inuit-led beluga research project in Marralik estuary
Agreement Number:
KME-2223-0007
Agreement Value:
$50,000.00
Agreement Date:
Aug 22, 2022 - Mar 31, 2022
Description:
RNUK’s mandate is to protect the harvesting rights of Nunavik Inuit sustainably, supervising all activities related to wildlife in Nunavik, including management, research, and use (e.g., harvest). The project is an intergenerational knowledge-sharing opportunity and will include a youth camp. Hunters and elders will share their knowledge of the Marralik-Ungunniavik area, harvest, and engage in safe food preparation with youth.
Organization:
Polar Knowledge Canada
Location:
Kuujjuaq, Quebec, CA J0M 1C0
Reference Number:
171-2022-2023-Q2-P0007
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Indigenous recipients
Recipient's Legal Name:
Regional Nunavimmi Umajulirijiit Katujiqatigininga
Program:
Polar Knowledge Application Program
Program Purpose:
This Program aims to lead the mobilization of polar science and technology into action. CHARS will "analyse and disseminate polar knowledge from its Science and Technology Program, as well as that from current federal, territorial and other stakeholders, and investments to inform management, programming and policies; promote Artic science and technology nationally and internationally; and build capacity through training, outreach, and learning opportunities. This will ensure polar knowledge is relevant to stakeholders and builds a science culture in Canada.