By Dominique Gené, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Nunatsiaq News Nunavik’s police chief Jean-François (Jeff) Bernier says he is “honoured” to step into the role permanently and is ready to tackle the challenges that come with the job. “It’s really the challenge that [this position] represents and the uniqueness of the North that grew on me,” he said in an interview. “I’m sure we can achieve very much for all the 14 communities. But I won’t lie, there are tough challenges ahead.” Bernier had served as interim chief since November as part of an agreement with the Quebec City Police Service. He recently announced his retirement from the Quebec service to take on the new role in Nunavik, and his appointment as permanent police chief was announced Tuesday by Kativik Regional…
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