$270-million SINAA agreement funds Nunavut conservation – The Narwhal

Nov. 24, 2025

Qikiqtani Inuit Association announce implementation of landmark agreement to protect almost 800,000 square kilometres of land and water

Building a strong conservation economy for Inuit is at the heart of a landmark $270-million agreement that is now being implemented in the Qikiqtani region of Nunavut.

Launched in Iqaluit on Nov. 13, the 10-year SINAA agreement is a partnership between the Qikiqtani Inuit Association, the Government of Canada and philanthropic partners including the Pew Charitable Trusts and the Aajuraq Conservation Society.

The federal government has committed $200 million in funding for this agreement, while the remaining $70 million will be provided by philanthropic donors. That money will see the creation of new jobs, infrastructure and training opportunities within the conservation field, including support for Nauttiqsuqtiit Guardians and conservation centres.

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