Indigenous Veterans Day 2025 - Saturday November 8

Saturday, November 8 is Indigenous Veterans Day, a day to pay tribute and honor the Inuit, Métis and First Nations peoples’ proud tradition of Canadian military service dating back to the War of 1812. Indigenous military members have (and do) served bravely throughout Canada’s history. This included times where they were not treated as equals and had to overcome language and cultural barriers.

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KIA and B2Gold Nunavut Develop Regional Wealth Creation Fund

Through the Back River Inuit Impact & Benefit Agreement (IIBA), the Kitikmeot Inuit Association and B2Gold Nunavut developed the Regional Wealth Creation Fund. The Fund is an application-based program which supports projects in Kitikmeot Communities. The Fund’s objective is to, “create long-term jobs in communities throughout the Kitikmeot Region (Kugluktuk, Cambridge Bay, Gjoa Haven, Kugaaruk, and Taloyoak)”.

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Supporting Kitikmeot

The Kitikmeot Inuit Association (KIA) is a Designated Inuit Organization (DIO) under the Nunavut Agreement. The KIA manages the lands in trust for Kitikmeot Inuit, supporting traditional and cultural values and providing economic and social benefits to Kitikmeot Inuit. A not-for-profit designated Inuit organization with community-elected leadership, the KIA represents the Inuit people of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut.

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How we promote economic development in the region including training and career services.

Finance

Financial transparency and planning for the organization.

Lands, Environment & Resources

Support for development and preservation of Kitikmeot’s natural spaces.

Social & Cultural Development

We offer financial assistance in the form of grants, scholarships, and more.

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Applying for programs and services is easy! Click the button below for instructions on how to apply online, by mail, or in-person. Whether you are applying for educational support, employment opportunities, or cultural preservation initiatives, our team is here to support you every step of the way.

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News

November 5, 2025

KIA and B2Gold Nunavut Develop Regional Wealth Creation Fund

Through the Back River Inuit Impact & Benefit Agreement (IIBA), the Kitikmeot Inuit Association and B2Gold Nunavut developed the Regional […]

October 29, 2025

The Kitikmeot Inuit Association is Sad to Officially Announce the Passing of Vice President Attima Hadlari.

(Please see below for PDFs of this Press Release in English, Inuktitut and Inuinnaqtun) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 29, 2025- […]

October 26, 2025

James Eetoolook Appointed Kitikmeot Inuit Association President

(Please see below for PDFs of this Press Release in English, Inuktitut and Inuinnaqtun) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 27, 2025- […]

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Upcoming Events

Nov

November 3, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Essential Office Skills Program - Taloyoak: Nov 3- Dec 7 (Registration Deadline October 28, 2025)

Participants will learn essential skills for entry-level office careers; computer skills, accounting, business writing, communication, customer service & business etiquette. [...]

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Nov

November 13, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

WORKPLACE READINESS SKILLS November 13 – December 10, 2025 (Kugaaruk) Deadline to Apply: Nov. 4/25

WORKPLACE READINESS SKILLS - Kugaaruk November 13 – December 10, 2025 Applicants MUST be registered under the Nunavut Agreement, 18 [...]

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Dec

December 2, 2025 | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Cambridge Bay Community Beneficiary Committee Meeting (Documents require by Nov. 28)

ARE YOU ENROLLED IN THE NUNAVUT AGREEMENT? The Cambridge Bay Kitikmeot Inuit Association (KIA) Community Beneficiary Committee plan to meet [...]

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President's Message

October 27, 2025- Cambridge Bay, NU: James Eetoolook who has been the Acting President of the Kitikmeot Inuit Association (KIA) has been appointed President of the KIA based on a resolution passed by the KIA Board of Directors at a recent Board Meeting (motion number BD49/25).

Eetoolook assumed the role of Acting President when the late Robert (Bobby) Greenley was forced to take a leave of absence from the position of KIA President in March due to health concerns. Sadly, Greenley passed on September 5, 2025.

“I am pleased that my fellow KIA Board Members trust me to assume this important position,” said Eetoolook. “However, I am still saddened by Bobby’s passing personally and professionally.”

Eetoolook will serve as KIA President until an election for that position is held in December 2026.

“I am committed to continuing the great work that Bobby started while he was President,” added Eetoolook. “I will ensure that Bobby’s unwavering commitment to the Kitikmeot and all those that call it home will continue. This is the best way I know to honor his memory and ensure that his legacy continues to be recognized to the end of his elected term and beyond.”

KIA by-law 5.10 states: ”Vacancies on the Board, however caused, shall be filled by the Directors from among the qualified Members of the Association, but in any instance where the term of office remaining as a result of vacancy exceeds two (2) years, the Board shall call a by-election in order to fill the position for the balance of the term.”

Robert (Bobby) Greenley was originally elected in December 2022 and served as KIA President until March 2025, therefore leaving less than two years remaining in his term of office. Eetoolook will now complete the four-year term that Greenley was elected to through to December 2026, moving from the role of Acting President to the position of KIA President.

Media Inquiries: James Kaylor, Manager of Communications, Kitikmeot Inuit Association Cell: 867.983.5340 Email: jkaylor@kitia.ca

James Eetoolook

President, Kitikmeot Inuit Association

P: (867) 983-2458 ext. 1001

E: jeetoolook@kitia.ca

Indigenous Veterans Day 2025 - Saturday November 8

KIA and B2Gold Nunavut Develop Regional Wealth Creation Fund

Supporting Kitikmeot

Our Departments

Communications

Economic Development & Training

Finance

Lands, Environment & Resources

Social & Cultural Development

How do I apply for programs?

News

KIA and B2Gold Nunavut Develop Regional Wealth Creation Fund

The Kitikmeot Inuit Association is Sad to Officially Announce the Passing of Vice President Attima Hadlari.

James Eetoolook Appointed Kitikmeot Inuit Association President

Upcoming Events

Essential Office Skills Program - Taloyoak: Nov 3- Dec 7 (Registration Deadline October 28, 2025)

WORKPLACE READINESS SKILLS November 13 – December 10, 2025 (Kugaaruk) Deadline to Apply: Nov. 4/25

Cambridge Bay Community Beneficiary Committee Meeting (Documents require by Nov. 28)

President's Message

James Eetoolook

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