Nunavut, Manitoba governments declare commitment to advance Kivalliq Hydro-Fibre Link

By Darrell Greer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Kivalliq News The governments of Nunavut (GN) and Manitoba signed a joint statement on April 16 declaring their commitment to advance the Kivalliq Hydro-Fibre Link, a vital energy and communications corridor connecting the two regions. The strategic initiative aims to drive economic development, support reconciliation, combat climate change and strengthen Canada’s Arctic security. The Inuit-led, Inuit-driven project, estimated to cost $1.6 billion, is one of four nation-building infrastructure projects declared a priority by the GN and Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. Nunavut Premier P.J. Akeeagok said the Kivalliq Hydro-Fibre Link (KHFL) will deliver clean energy to Kivalliq communities while unlocking the economic potential in the region, addressing Canada’s vulnerabilities in the Arctic and advancing national sovereignty and security goals. “This partnership with Manitoba is a…

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