Grants and Contributions:
Title:
The evolution of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit in offshore fisheries science and governance
Agreement Number:
POLAR-2425-0011
Agreement Value:
$450,000.00
Agreement Date:
Jul 27, 2024 - Mar 31, 2027
Description:
Qikiqtani Inuit Association (QIA) researchers will travel to Pangnirtung, Qikiqtarjuaq, Clyde River and Pond Inlet to interview Inuit commercial fishers, Inuit-owned fishing companies, co-management bodies and other knowledge holders, and document the evolution of Inuit qaujimajatuqangit (IQ) and produce: (1) an illustrated book on IQ and Qikiqtani commercial fisheries; (2) train and mentor Inuit post-secondary students; and (3) create a stronger research network with Alaska and Greenland Inuit.
Organization:
Polar Knowledge Canada
Location:
Iqaluit, Nunavut, CA X0A 3H0
Reference Number:
171-2024-2025-Q2-P0011
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Aboriginal recipient
Recipient's Legal Name:
Qikiqtani Inuit Association
Program:
Grants and Contributions for the Advancement of Northern Science and Technology
Program Purpose:
To fund youth and/or adult programs to develop new skills, enhance career experiences and/or to participate in S&T activities. To provide funding to individuals or organizations in the form of scholarships or bursaries for programs. To provide funding to Canadian universities and institutes for northern scientific research training.