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            Introduction to Mining Industry Training (Kugluktuk and Gjoa Haven)

            Amazing training opportunity in Kugluktuk(January 12 to January 29, 2026) and Gjoa Haven (January 19 – February 5, 2026). Select he community name below for how to register for the Introduction to the Mining Industry course in that community:

            Kugluktuk
            Gjoa Haven

            DEADLINE TO APPLY FOR EITHER COMMUNITY COURSE: December 10, 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 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)”.

            More info and Application

            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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            Communicating KIA’s role through Community Liaison Officers and other informative communications.

            Economic Development & Training

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

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            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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            December 1, 2025

            Congratulations to the Underground Mining Training Program at Aurora College

            The Kitikmeot Inuit Association (KIA) was proud to announce that with funding from Agnico Eagle and B2Gold Nunavut, 10 Kitikmeot […]

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            November 26, 2025

            EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST:

            COMMUNITY BENEFICIARY COMMITTEES – SOLICITATIONS FOR COMMITTEE MEMBERS Kitikmeot Inuit Association (KIA) is coordinating searches to find individuals to fill […]

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            November 25, 2025

            Former KIA President Donald Havioyak Passes

            The Kitikmeot Inuit Association (KIA) was saddened by the recent passing of Donald Havioyak who served as KIA President from […]

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            3
            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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            13
            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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            4
            December 4, 2025 | 7:00 PM - 11:00 AM

            Postponed :Kugaaruk Community Visit: (Careers/Job Searches/Resume/Cover Letters)

            The KIA will be in Kugaaruk December 4-8 (Thursday to Monday - with Sunday off) to help community members with [...]

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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

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