Makivvik Welcomes Prime Minister Carney to Kuujjuaq for Historic Arctic Partnership Meeting
Makivvik hosts historic Inuit-Crown Partnership Committee meeting in Kuujjuaq with PM Carney, focusing on Arctic sovereignty, housing, and Inuit priorities. A landmark event for Nunavik.
Historic Gathering in Kuujjuaq
On June 30, 2026, Makivvik, the Inuit corporation representing Nunavik, hosted Prime Minister Mark Carney and federal ministers for a pivotal meeting of the Inuit-Crown Partnership Committee (ICPC) in Kuujjuaq. The gathering marked a significant moment in Arctic governance, bringing together Inuit leaders and federal officials to address critical issues affecting Inuit Nunangat.
Key Discussion Topics
The meeting at Katittavik Town Hall centered on several priority areas: Arctic sovereignty and defense, foreign policy, affordable housing, Nutrition North program, the proposed Inuit Nunangat University, and health and wellness initiatives. These topics reflect the interconnected challenges and opportunities facing northern communities.
Inuit Leadership Voice
Pita Aatami, President of Makivvik, emphasized the importance of Inuit partnership in shaping Arctic policy. "Nunavik has always been an integral part of the Arctic," he stated. "Our communities and knowledge of the land have helped define the Arctic we know today. As governments strengthen sovereignty and infrastructure, Inuit must be full partners."
A Landmark Visit
This meeting represents the first visit by a sitting Prime Minister to Kuujjuaq since 2008, when Prime Minister Stephen Harper attended to celebrate the Nunavik Inuit Land Claims Agreement. The event provided federal representatives with firsthand insight into regional initiatives, including a visit to the Isuarsivik Recovery Centre, where participants shared tea and country food before Carney's departure.
Moving Forward Together
Makivvik expressed gratitude to the Isuarsivik Recovery Centre and the Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami (ITK) for facilitating the event. The corporation reaffirmed its commitment to working with the federal government to ensure Inuit priorities remain central to Arctic decision-making processes.