Each department within the Nunatsiavut Government oversees a number of important elements, and together provide the structure necessary for our self-governing region to continue to flourish.
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Culture, Recreation and Tourism
Department Overview
For our people and heritage
Focused on the health of both our people and our heritage, numerous programs have been developed by this department’s divisions to promote and preserve that which makes us unique.
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Keeping our people active
Through working with our Community Governments, we ensure the infrastructure and programming is present for you to be physically active.
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Ensuring the future of our language and culture
Through a number of programs and initiatives, the centre is able to provide the resources necessary for our youth and adults to develop a pride and passion for who they are.
Read MoreArchaeology
Preserving and promoting our past
As one of the original inhabitants of Canada, our people have a great history that we wish to both preserve and promote.
Read MoreTourism
Inviting the world
We are proud of the home of our people, and we aim to showcase its beauty to the world through a number of initiatives that develop both our economy and our culture.
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Education and Economic Development
Department Overview
Building self-reliance
Through focusing on programs and services that encourage the pursuit of further education and the development of employable skills and experience, we are fostering the independence and great future of our people.
Read MoreInuit Pathways
Promoting new skills
Developing a skilled and experienced workforce, as well as opportunities for small businesses, is an important part of any government’s commitment to its people, and our Inuit Pathways program is designed with such things in mind.
Read MorePost-Secondary Student Support Program (PSSSP)
Supporting your education
Through our program, we are able to offer support to a number of Beneficiaries who are pursuing post-secondary education.
Read MoreEconomic Development
Towards your prosperity
As part of our efforts to ensure the Land Claims Agreement is followed, we also identify ways in which it can improve economic opportunities for our people.
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Finance, Human Resources and Information Technology
Department Overview
Driving our growth
Like any organization, we depend on our income, people, and communication systems to ensure we operate effectively. As part of their responsibilities, the various divisions within this department ensure our operations continue smoothly.
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Making our money work
As a self-governed body, ensuring our funding and investments are handled wisely is of the upmost importance. Through proper management of our income, we are able to provide the services and programs that allow our region to grow.
Read MoreInformation Technology (IT)
Connecting the world and us
Maintaining current and efficient systems of communication and other tools within our government allows us to stay connected with the world and you. With this in mind, our IT division works to ensure our government and our people get the most out of these systems.
Read MoreHuman Resources
Employing our people
We believe our people are a great workforce with skills and experience appropriate for a variety of industries, and our Human Resources division is in charge of providing opportunities for people such as yourself to prove us right.
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Health and Social Development
Department Overview
Just what you need
Through a number of programs and services, we are able to provide the help and advice that so many of our people need including the young and the elderly.
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Here when you need us
In order to ensure adequate health care is provided to as many people as possible, we have developed a plan in association with Health Canada.
Read MorePublic Health
Healthy people, healthy communities
We are only as strong as the people within our communities, and that is why the department of Health & Social Development has a number of public health programs across our region.
Read MoreYouth
Fostering our culture
We understand that our youth are an important part of all of our communities, and that is why they plan an integral part in the programs and services provided by this department.
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Lands and Natural Resources
Department Overview
For our region and its people
With the interests of our people, as well as the future of our region, in mind, the Nunatsiavut Government looks to the department of Lands and Natural Resources to sustainably manage our renewable and non-renewable resources.
Read MoreLabrador Inuit Lands
The big picture of the big land
With so many resources available within the Nunatsiavut region, proper management of the land in regard to both its use by our people and other partners is of great priority.
Read MoreLand Use Planning
Managing our future
As part of the Labrador Inuit Land Claims Agreement, we have developed a Regional Land Use Plan to ensure proper management of our land, water, and resources.
Read MoreInuit Harvesting Rights
Meeting your needs
As a Beneficiary of the Labrador Inuit Land Claims Agreement, you have rights to harvest wildlife, plants, and fish within the Labrador Inuit Settlement Area.
Read MoreInuit Domestic Harvest
Working together to be sustainable
By reporting your harvesting activities to our department, you ensure the proper management of our resources and the future prosperity of our region.
Read MoreOverlap Agreements
Sharing our resources
Thanks to their cooperation, we are able to harvest within the Nunavik area, and we allow them to harvest within Nunatsiavut.]
Read MoreMineral Exploration Standards
Uncovering our wealth
With a number of possible mineral sources already established within our region, and more to come, proper management and regulation of these resources is becoming an increasingly important part of the work of the department of Lands and Natural Resources.
Read MoreParks & Protected Areas
Discover our beauty
Containing one of Canada’s newest National Parks, as well as a number of other protected areas, Nunatsiavut is a rare region that should be experienced by all.
Read MoreCo-Management
Working together
Through a number of boards, consisting of a variety of members from all interested parties, the department of Lands and Natural Resources takes part in the co-management of a variety of Nunatsiavut’s interests.
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Nunatsiavut Affairs
Department Overview
Improving the lives of our people
Through a number of avenues, Nunatsiavut Affairs is responsible for ensuring that the lives of our people are improved by the use of services, facilities, regulations, and more.
Read MoreImplementation of the Labrador Inuit Land Claims Agreement
Holding all accountable
In order to realize our goals for Labrador Inuit, it is imperative that all parties to the LILCA (federal, provincial and Nunatsiavut governments) fulfill their respective obligations under the Agreement.
Read MoreLegal Services, Community Relations, Housing and Community Justice
Working towards a better future
In partnership with a number of other members of the community, as well as the government, this division oversees a number of key activities and concerns in regard to the future of our communities and our people.
Read MorePublic Property
Building a reliable structure
Along with its other duties, Nunatsiavut Affairs is also responsible for the facilities owned and operated by the Nunatsiavut Government.
Read MoreRegistrar of Beneficiaries
Join us
Registering as a Beneficiary of the Labrador Inuit Land Claims Agreement is not only of great benefit to you, it is also beneficial to the work we do as representatives of the people of our region.
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Nunatsiavut Secretariat
Department Overview
Serving you
Consisting of the President, the Secretary to the Nunatsiavut Executive Council, and the Director of Communications, the Secretariat is a strategic and supportive element of our government.
Read MoreIntergovernmental Affairs
Ensuring great relationships
Working with both the federal and provincial governments, as well as other Inuit populations, the Secretariat works on our behalf to ensure our rights and common goals are upheld.
Read MoreCommunications
Keeping everyone informed
We pride ourselves in being transparent and honest as a government, and the Communications Division of the Secretariat is responsible to ensure these qualities are upheld in everything we do.
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