EventThe federal government awarded the construction contract for a new small‑craft harbour in Arctic Bay to Pilitak Enterprises Ltd. Construction began August 2026 and is expected to finish in 2029, with the harbour operational by the 2030 open‑water season. The design includes a breakwater, launch ramp, fixed wharf for larger vessels, float‑wharves for small craft, and dredging of the basin and channel. An Inuit benefits plan for training and employment is part of the contract.
Canada’s federal government has awarded a $77‑million contract to Pilitak Enterprises to build a new multi‑use small‑craft harbour in Arctic Bay, Nunavut. Construction started this August and is expected to be operational by the 2030 open‑water season.
Nunavut MP Lori Idlout announced a $77 million federal investment to build a small‑craft harbour in Arctic Bay, with construction underway and an opening expected in the 2030 open‑water season after earlier delays.
Canada has earmarked over $77 million to build a new multi‑use small craft harbour in Arctic Bay, Nunavut. The contract was awarded to Inuit‑owned Pilitak Enterprises, with work set to start in August 2026 and reach operation in the 2030 open‑water season. The harbour will include a breakwater, launch ramp, wharf, and dredging, supporting fishing, hunting, transport, tourism and Inuit‑led conservation initiatives.
Canada has earmarked more than $77 million to construct a new small‑craft harbour in Arctic Bay, Nunavut, with work slated to start in August 2026 and the facility expected to be ready by the 2030 open‑water season, aiming to boost fishing access and indigenous job creation.
Government of Canada invests in a new small craft harbour in Arctic Bay, Nunavut, to improve maritime access and support local fishing communities.
Canada is investing in a new small‑craft harbour in Arctic Bay, Nunavut, to improve marine access and create local opportunities.
Canada will spend $77 million to build a small‑craft harbour in Arctic Bay by 2030, with construction slated to start in August. The project, part of the Sinaa Agreement, is intended to support local fishing, culture, and food security.
Canada invests $77 million in a new multi‑use small craft harbour in Arctic Bay, Nunavut, scheduled to open in 2030 to support fishing, transport, and local economies.
