Chris Adams
Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd.
Gala Dinner - Hosted by Agnico Eagle
Christopher Adams brings more than 25 years of experience in engineering, leadership, and
project development to his role as Vice President, Nunavut at Agnico Eagle Mines. Over the
course of his career, he has been a champion for operational excellence across mine sites and
consistently led initiatives focused on continuous improvement to safety and performance.
Christopher is recognized for his unwavering commitment to innovation and operational
excellence. His leadership style emphasizes meaningful impact, not only within industry
but also in mentorship—sharing insights and values with graduating students as they
begin their own professional journeys.
Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd.
Gala Dinner - Hosted by Agnico Eagle
Christopher Adams brings more than 25 years of experience in engineering, leadership, and
project development to his role as Vice President, Nunavut at Agnico Eagle Mines. Over the
course of his career, he has been a champion for operational excellence across mine sites and
consistently led initiatives focused on continuous improvement to safety and performance.
Christopher is recognized for his unwavering commitment to innovation and operational
excellence. His leadership style emphasizes meaningful impact, not only within industry
but also in mentorship—sharing insights and values with graduating students as they
begin their own professional journeys.
Tara Arko
Director, Operations
NIRB
The Socio-Economic Monitoring and Mineral Development in Nunavut
Tara started learning about the land and developing skills at outpost camps during the establishment of Nunavut then settled in Cambridge Bay after finishing a degree from the University of Saskatchewan. She has supported the work of the Nunavut Impact Review Board since 2009 in various positions. Her priorities are continuing to learn about the land and wildlife in Nunavut through experience and building skills, supporting family, participating in local food growing opportunities, and maintaining the guilty and expensive habit of growing orchids.
Director, Operations
NIRB
The Socio-Economic Monitoring and Mineral Development in Nunavut
Tara started learning about the land and developing skills at outpost camps during the establishment of Nunavut then settled in Cambridge Bay after finishing a degree from the University of Saskatchewan. She has supported the work of the Nunavut Impact Review Board since 2009 in various positions. Her priorities are continuing to learn about the land and wildlife in Nunavut through experience and building skills, supporting family, participating in local food growing opportunities, and maintaining the guilty and expensive habit of growing orchids.
Stephanie Autut
Executive Director
Nunavut Water Board
Regulatory Update Panel
Stephanie Autut is the Executive Director of the Nunavut Water Board. She received her B.A from Wilfrid Laurier University and her Environmental Protection Technology certification from Centennial College, both in Ontario. Stephanie moved north in 1997 after accepting a 6 month teaching position with Nunavut Arctic College and that is when she was bit by the northern bug. After fulfilling short term contracts with the Nunavut Impact Review Board, the Kitikmeot Inuit Association and Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated, Stephanie accepted the position of Executive Director with the NIRB in 2000, a position she held for 11 years. Stephanie left Nunavut in 2011 to pursue new opportunities related to water management directly within the mining industry and regulatory affairs. Stephanie moved back to Nunavut in August 2015.
Executive Director
Nunavut Water Board
Regulatory Update Panel
Stephanie Autut is the Executive Director of the Nunavut Water Board. She received her B.A from Wilfrid Laurier University and her Environmental Protection Technology certification from Centennial College, both in Ontario. Stephanie moved north in 1997 after accepting a 6 month teaching position with Nunavut Arctic College and that is when she was bit by the northern bug. After fulfilling short term contracts with the Nunavut Impact Review Board, the Kitikmeot Inuit Association and Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated, Stephanie accepted the position of Executive Director with the NIRB in 2000, a position she held for 11 years. Stephanie left Nunavut in 2011 to pursue new opportunities related to water management directly within the mining industry and regulatory affairs. Stephanie moved back to Nunavut in August 2015.
Solomon Awa
Mayor
City of Iqaluit
Welcoming Remarks
Solomon Awa was born in a sod house nearby Igloolik. From a very young age, he has been curious about everything; he even disassembled his sister’s toy sewing machine -something his sister was very mad about. Solomon picked up many traditional skills from his parents and loves to tell the stories that he learnt from his father. He tells stories to the general public, day cares, and schools; and has also taught at arctic college about traditional knowledge.
Solomon currently lives in Iqaluit, Nunavut with his wife, Jodi, and their two teenage children. He also has five adult children, from his first marriage, along with several grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Mayor
City of Iqaluit
Welcoming Remarks
Solomon Awa was born in a sod house nearby Igloolik. From a very young age, he has been curious about everything; he even disassembled his sister’s toy sewing machine -something his sister was very mad about. Solomon picked up many traditional skills from his parents and loves to tell the stories that he learnt from his father. He tells stories to the general public, day cares, and schools; and has also taught at arctic college about traditional knowledge.
Solomon currently lives in Iqaluit, Nunavut with his wife, Jodi, and their two teenage children. He also has five adult children, from his first marriage, along with several grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Brendan Bell
CEO
West Kitikmeot Resources Corp
Enabling Development in the North through Infrastructure Development
Brendan Bell is an experienced Northern mining leader. He is a former CEO of Dominion Diamond Corporation. Mr. Bell served as Minister of Industry Tourism & Investment and Minister of Justice in the Government of the Northwest Territories. He is also a Director of the Robert Gannicott Foundation.
CEO
West Kitikmeot Resources Corp
Enabling Development in the North through Infrastructure Development
Brendan Bell is an experienced Northern mining leader. He is a former CEO of Dominion Diamond Corporation. Mr. Bell served as Minister of Industry Tourism & Investment and Minister of Justice in the Government of the Northwest Territories. He is also a Director of the Robert Gannicott Foundation.
Alia Bigio
Chief Geologist
Canada-Nunavut Geoscience Office
Exploration & Geoscience Updates - Session 1
Exploration & Geoscience Update - Session 2
Chief Geologist
Canada-Nunavut Geoscience Office
Exploration & Geoscience Updates - Session 1
Exploration & Geoscience Update - Session 2
Erin Bros
Regional Bedrock Mapping Geoscientist
Canada-Nunavut Geoscience Office
Exploration & Geoscience Updates - Session 1
Erin Bros is a professional geoscientist with EGBC and the OGQ (with French fluency). She brings over a decade of experience in geological mapping, project management, and Indigenous relations to her role as regional bedrock mapping geoscientist at the Canada-Nunavut Geoscience Office. Her current research focuses on better understanding stratigraphic and structural relationships of Archean greenstone belts of Baffin Island/Qikiqtaaluk. She is currently completing her MSc on the Mary River Group greenstone belt of northern Baffin Island/Qikiqtaaluk.
Her experience spans a variety of challenging environments, including mountainous and remote northern regions, where she has consistently delivered results in geological mapping and project management. Erin gained valuable experience early in her career participating in regional mapping programs with the YGS, BCGS, CNGO and GSC. Erin has worked in commodities spanning porphyry, epithermal, VMS, orogenic, BIF, skarn, and LCT pegmatite systems. Her mission is to preserve the art of geological mapping and set a high standard of geological knowledge across all scientific research and exploration programs. Erin is deeply committed to integrating Indigenous relations into her work, fostering respectful collaboration, and ensuring sustainable resource exploration.
Regional Bedrock Mapping Geoscientist
Canada-Nunavut Geoscience Office
Exploration & Geoscience Updates - Session 1
Erin Bros is a professional geoscientist with EGBC and the OGQ (with French fluency). She brings over a decade of experience in geological mapping, project management, and Indigenous relations to her role as regional bedrock mapping geoscientist at the Canada-Nunavut Geoscience Office. Her current research focuses on better understanding stratigraphic and structural relationships of Archean greenstone belts of Baffin Island/Qikiqtaaluk. She is currently completing her MSc on the Mary River Group greenstone belt of northern Baffin Island/Qikiqtaaluk.
Her experience spans a variety of challenging environments, including mountainous and remote northern regions, where she has consistently delivered results in geological mapping and project management. Erin gained valuable experience early in her career participating in regional mapping programs with the YGS, BCGS, CNGO and GSC. Erin has worked in commodities spanning porphyry, epithermal, VMS, orogenic, BIF, skarn, and LCT pegmatite systems. Her mission is to preserve the art of geological mapping and set a high standard of geological knowledge across all scientific research and exploration programs. Erin is deeply committed to integrating Indigenous relations into her work, fostering respectful collaboration, and ensuring sustainable resource exploration.
Andrew Brown
VP Exploration
B2Gold
Exploration & Geoscience Updates - Session 1
Andrew Brown has over 25 years of experience in the mining industry and joined B2Gold in 2012, and was appointed Chief Geologist, West Africa in 2014. He has held increasingly senior positions in B2Gold’s principal exploration programs, most recently as Exploration Manager, Africa. From 2004 to 2007, Mr. Brown was part of the Bema Gold exploration team, providing technical contributions to Kupol and Julieta Mine, in Russia and to Bema’s South African operations. He was a founder and CEO of Laurentian Goldfields Ltd., a TSX-V listed exploration company focused on early stage gold exploration in Canada.
Mr. Brown holds a B.Sc. (Hons) in Geology and an M.Sc. in Geology, both from Laurentian University, in Sudbury, Ontario and is a Registered Professional Geologist (P.Geo) with the Engineers & Geoscientists of British Columbia.
VP Exploration
B2Gold
Exploration & Geoscience Updates - Session 1
Andrew Brown has over 25 years of experience in the mining industry and joined B2Gold in 2012, and was appointed Chief Geologist, West Africa in 2014. He has held increasingly senior positions in B2Gold’s principal exploration programs, most recently as Exploration Manager, Africa. From 2004 to 2007, Mr. Brown was part of the Bema Gold exploration team, providing technical contributions to Kupol and Julieta Mine, in Russia and to Bema’s South African operations. He was a founder and CEO of Laurentian Goldfields Ltd., a TSX-V listed exploration company focused on early stage gold exploration in Canada.
Mr. Brown holds a B.Sc. (Hons) in Geology and an M.Sc. in Geology, both from Laurentian University, in Sudbury, Ontario and is a Registered Professional Geologist (P.Geo) with the Engineers & Geoscientists of British Columbia.
Alex Buchan
Director Nunavut Affairs
Agnico Eagle Mines
Regulatory Update Panel
Alex Buchan is Director of Nunavut Affairs at Agnico Eagle, where he has worked for
five years supporting engagement with Inuit organizations and communities across the
Kitikmeot. Raised in Pond Inlet and Taloyoak, Alex developed a strong understanding of
what community success looks like, and how sustainable economic opportunities can
help support that success. He holds a diploma in Renewable Resource Technology
from Arctic College and began his career working in wildlife management and economic
development with the Governments of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
Alex has an extensive background in the mining industry, having held senior roles with
Miramar Mining, TMAC Resources, and the Nunavut/NWT Chamber of Mines. His work
has focused on stakeholder relations, socio-economic development, employment and
training, and Inuit Impact and Benefit Agreement implementation. Alex has also been an
active community volunteer, serving as a Civilian instructor with the Army Cadet Corps,
and remains deeply committed to supporting Inuit agency and resilience across the
territory.
Director Nunavut Affairs
Agnico Eagle Mines
Regulatory Update Panel
Alex Buchan is Director of Nunavut Affairs at Agnico Eagle, where he has worked for
five years supporting engagement with Inuit organizations and communities across the
Kitikmeot. Raised in Pond Inlet and Taloyoak, Alex developed a strong understanding of
what community success looks like, and how sustainable economic opportunities can
help support that success. He holds a diploma in Renewable Resource Technology
from Arctic College and began his career working in wildlife management and economic
development with the Governments of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
Alex has an extensive background in the mining industry, having held senior roles with
Miramar Mining, TMAC Resources, and the Nunavut/NWT Chamber of Mines. His work
has focused on stakeholder relations, socio-economic development, employment and
training, and Inuit Impact and Benefit Agreement implementation. Alex has also been an
active community volunteer, serving as a Civilian instructor with the Army Cadet Corps,
and remains deeply committed to supporting Inuit agency and resilience across the
territory.
Brian Budd
Senior Associate
DPRA Canada Inc.
The Socio-Economic Monitoring and Mineral Development in Nunavut
Dr. Brian Budd is a Senior Associate with DPRA Canada. Brian holds a Ph.D in Political Science from the University of Guelph. With the support of a fellowship from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, Brian’s doctoral research focused on evaluating progress of non-Indigenous organizations in responding to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Final Report and Calls to Action. Brian’s academic work has also involved community-engaged research with Indigenous communities across Canada. In 2015, he joined the First Nation Digital Democracy project which explored how digital technologies can support innovation, capacity building, and enhancements to First Nation governance.
Brian is trained in both qualitative and quantitative research methods with experience in community-engaged participatory research, surveys, interviews, focus groups, and content analysis. Dr. Budd’s research outputs include a total of 22 peer-reviewed articles, public reports, and op-eds. In addition to his academic experience, Brian has also worked in the public sector as a policy analyst with the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities. As a public servant, Brian supported the development and implementation of key ministry policies and priorities related to digital learning in Ontario’s postsecondary sector.
Senior Associate
DPRA Canada Inc.
The Socio-Economic Monitoring and Mineral Development in Nunavut
Dr. Brian Budd is a Senior Associate with DPRA Canada. Brian holds a Ph.D in Political Science from the University of Guelph. With the support of a fellowship from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, Brian’s doctoral research focused on evaluating progress of non-Indigenous organizations in responding to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Final Report and Calls to Action. Brian’s academic work has also involved community-engaged research with Indigenous communities across Canada. In 2015, he joined the First Nation Digital Democracy project which explored how digital technologies can support innovation, capacity building, and enhancements to First Nation governance.
Brian is trained in both qualitative and quantitative research methods with experience in community-engaged participatory research, surveys, interviews, focus groups, and content analysis. Dr. Budd’s research outputs include a total of 22 peer-reviewed articles, public reports, and op-eds. In addition to his academic experience, Brian has also worked in the public sector as a policy analyst with the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities. As a public servant, Brian supported the development and implementation of key ministry policies and priorities related to digital learning in Ontario’s postsecondary sector.
Suzanne Burry
Sanajiksanut Supervisor
Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd.
Inuit Training & Business Development
Suzanne began her career with Agnico Eagle in January 2020 at the Meliadine mine, where she joined the Human Resources team as an HR Agent. With a strong understanding of the local and regional workforce, she built her expertise and advanced into the role of Sanajiksanut Coordinator in 2021. Since then, she has been appointed Sanajiksanut Supervisor, which is a direct reflection of her leadership skills and commitment to the company.
In her current role, Suzanne oversees all Community Liaison Officers and provides direction for employment outreach activities. She regularly travels to communities across the Kivalliq to deliver employment information sessions, raise awareness of career opportunities and helping community members navigate pathways to employment. Suzanne’s work is centered in developing the workforce, engaging with
communities, and supporting long term employment opportunities for Inuit.
Sanajiksanut Supervisor
Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd.
Inuit Training & Business Development
Suzanne began her career with Agnico Eagle in January 2020 at the Meliadine mine, where she joined the Human Resources team as an HR Agent. With a strong understanding of the local and regional workforce, she built her expertise and advanced into the role of Sanajiksanut Coordinator in 2021. Since then, she has been appointed Sanajiksanut Supervisor, which is a direct reflection of her leadership skills and commitment to the company.
In her current role, Suzanne oversees all Community Liaison Officers and provides direction for employment outreach activities. She regularly travels to communities across the Kivalliq to deliver employment information sessions, raise awareness of career opportunities and helping community members navigate pathways to employment. Suzanne’s work is centered in developing the workforce, engaging with
communities, and supporting long term employment opportunities for Inuit.
Adam Chamberlain
Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP
Opening Keynote - B2Gold: Leadership Transition and Building a Northern Mine
Global Supply Chains in an Era of Fragmentation
Arctic Advantage - Nunavut and Global Supply Chains (Major Project Updates)
Keynote Address by Premier John Main and Fireside Chat including Minister Craig Simailak
Doing Business Together - Doing Business Together – Regional Development Corporations
Keynote: Arctic Development - Time is Now
344 Days Until Devolution
Keynote & Fireside Chat: The Honourable Rebecca Chartrand
Adam Chamberlain is a lawyer who works regularly in Nunavut for a variety of clients including government, Inuit and private sector entities. He considers himself to be privileged to be asked to provide legal assistance on various interesting and important matters involving Nunavummiut and other northerners. Of recent note, Adam acts as counsel to the Government of Nunavut in matters related to the devolution by Canada of lands and natural resources in Nunavut.
Adam is a partner in Gowling WLG's Toronto office and an active member of the firm’s environmental, Indigenous and Canada North practices. Certified as a Specialist in both Environmental Law and Indigenous Legal Issues (Corporate and Commercial) by the Law Society of Ontario, Adam has a broad practice with work related to these areas of expertise at its heart.
Adam’s work is geographically diverse and he is an active member of the bar in all three of Canada’s northern territories in addition to Ontario. His clients include Indigenous organizations (Inuit, Metis and First Nations), governments, government agencies and private companies of various sorts in the mining, natural resources and other sectors.
Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP
Opening Keynote - B2Gold: Leadership Transition and Building a Northern Mine
Global Supply Chains in an Era of Fragmentation
Arctic Advantage - Nunavut and Global Supply Chains (Major Project Updates)
Keynote Address by Premier John Main and Fireside Chat including Minister Craig Simailak
Doing Business Together - Doing Business Together – Regional Development Corporations
Keynote: Arctic Development - Time is Now
344 Days Until Devolution
Keynote & Fireside Chat: The Honourable Rebecca Chartrand
Adam Chamberlain is a lawyer who works regularly in Nunavut for a variety of clients including government, Inuit and private sector entities. He considers himself to be privileged to be asked to provide legal assistance on various interesting and important matters involving Nunavummiut and other northerners. Of recent note, Adam acts as counsel to the Government of Nunavut in matters related to the devolution by Canada of lands and natural resources in Nunavut.
Adam is a partner in Gowling WLG's Toronto office and an active member of the firm’s environmental, Indigenous and Canada North practices. Certified as a Specialist in both Environmental Law and Indigenous Legal Issues (Corporate and Commercial) by the Law Society of Ontario, Adam has a broad practice with work related to these areas of expertise at its heart.
Adam’s work is geographically diverse and he is an active member of the bar in all three of Canada’s northern territories in addition to Ontario. His clients include Indigenous organizations (Inuit, Metis and First Nations), governments, government agencies and private companies of various sorts in the mining, natural resources and other sectors.
Rebecca Chartrand
Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs
Government of Canada
Keynote & Fireside Chat: The Honourable Rebecca Chartrand
Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs
Government of Canada
Keynote & Fireside Chat: The Honourable Rebecca Chartrand
Michael Cinnamond
SVP, Finance & CFO
B2Gold
Opening Keynote - B2Gold: Leadership Transition and Building a Northern Mine
Mike Cinnamond has served as our Senior Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer since April 1, 2014. Mr. Cinnamond oversees the financial reporting, cash management and tax planning of B2Gold as well as financial compliance and reporting to the regulatory authorities. Prior to joining us, Mr. Cinnamond was an audit partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP where he was the BC Resources Leader for
the Mining, Forestry and Energy and Utilities practices. Mr. Cinnamond has more than 25 years of experience in the mining industry sector. Mr. Cinnamond was the President of the Canadian Institute of Mining for 2023-2024.
Mr. Cinnamond currently serves on the Boards of Directors of Onyx Gold Corp. and Contango Ore Inc. Previously, he was a Director of HighGold Mining Inc. prior to its acquisition by Contango. In addition, he previously served as a Director at the Canuck Place Children's hospice. He is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of BC and holds an LL.B designation from the University of Exeter.
SVP, Finance & CFO
B2Gold
Opening Keynote - B2Gold: Leadership Transition and Building a Northern Mine
Mike Cinnamond has served as our Senior Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer since April 1, 2014. Mr. Cinnamond oversees the financial reporting, cash management and tax planning of B2Gold as well as financial compliance and reporting to the regulatory authorities. Prior to joining us, Mr. Cinnamond was an audit partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP where he was the BC Resources Leader for
the Mining, Forestry and Energy and Utilities practices. Mr. Cinnamond has more than 25 years of experience in the mining industry sector. Mr. Cinnamond was the President of the Canadian Institute of Mining for 2023-2024.
Mr. Cinnamond currently serves on the Boards of Directors of Onyx Gold Corp. and Contango Ore Inc. Previously, he was a Director of HighGold Mining Inc. prior to its acquisition by Contango. In addition, he previously served as a Director at the Canuck Place Children's hospice. He is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of BC and holds an LL.B designation from the University of Exeter.
Conrad Dix
Director, Exploration Nunavut
Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd.
Exploration & Geoscience Updates - Session 1
Conrad Dix is a geoscientist with 28 years of global exploration experience. He joined Agnico
Eagle in 2020 and currently leads exploration across Nunavut. A specialist in responsible
exploration, health and safety, and sustainable development, he oversees the district’s
exploration programs and champions practices that respect the environment and northern
communities. His leadership blends deep technical expertise with values that foster a strong
culture of safety, integrity, and collaboration. Conrad also serves as Second Vice President of
the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC), sits on its Board of Directors and
several committees, and is a registered professional geoscientist with both PGO and NAPEG.
Director, Exploration Nunavut
Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd.
Exploration & Geoscience Updates - Session 1
Conrad Dix is a geoscientist with 28 years of global exploration experience. He joined Agnico
Eagle in 2020 and currently leads exploration across Nunavut. A specialist in responsible
exploration, health and safety, and sustainable development, he oversees the district’s
exploration programs and champions practices that respect the environment and northern
communities. His leadership blends deep technical expertise with values that foster a strong
culture of safety, integrity, and collaboration. Conrad also serves as Second Vice President of
the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC), sits on its Board of Directors and
several committees, and is a registered professional geoscientist with both PGO and NAPEG.
Jean-Francois Etuk-Fortier
Baffinland Iron Mines
Inuit Training & Business Development
Jean-Francois Etuk-Fortier is a Recruiter in Baffinland Iron Mines’ Human Resources Department.
For more than six years, he has been connecting candidates with meaningful career opportunities
within the company.
Born and raised in Iqaluit, Jean-Francois is based out of Baffinland’s northern corporate head office,
where he plays a key role in supporting workforce growth and development across the North. He is
especially focused on connecting Inuit from Nunavut with strong career opportunities, training, and
long-term employment.
Jean-Francois began his career with Baffinland in May 2019 as a fuel truck operator at Milne Port,
gaining valuable frontline experience at the Mary River Mine. Later that year, he transitioned to the
Human Resources department, bringing a practical, on-the-ground perspective to his recruitment
work.
In his current role, Jean-Francois sources candidates for a wide range of positions and supports
them throughout the hiring process. He represents Baffinland at career fairs across the country and
visits schools to share information about career pathways in mining.
His experience and approachable style help bridge the gap between opportunities within the
organization and candidates in surrounding communities, while supporting the people and the
territory he proudly calls home.
Baffinland Iron Mines
Inuit Training & Business Development
Jean-Francois Etuk-Fortier is a Recruiter in Baffinland Iron Mines’ Human Resources Department.
For more than six years, he has been connecting candidates with meaningful career opportunities
within the company.
Born and raised in Iqaluit, Jean-Francois is based out of Baffinland’s northern corporate head office,
where he plays a key role in supporting workforce growth and development across the North. He is
especially focused on connecting Inuit from Nunavut with strong career opportunities, training, and
long-term employment.
Jean-Francois began his career with Baffinland in May 2019 as a fuel truck operator at Milne Port,
gaining valuable frontline experience at the Mary River Mine. Later that year, he transitioned to the
Human Resources department, bringing a practical, on-the-ground perspective to his recruitment
work.
In his current role, Jean-Francois sources candidates for a wide range of positions and supports
them throughout the hiring process. He represents Baffinland at career fairs across the country and
visits schools to share information about career pathways in mining.
His experience and approachable style help bridge the gap between opportunities within the
organization and candidates in surrounding communities, while supporting the people and the
territory he proudly calls home.
Harry Flaherty
President & CEO
Qikiqtaaluk Corporation
Doing Business Together - Doing Business Together – Regional Development Corporations
Harry Flaherty has served as President and CEO of Qikiqtaaluk Corporation (QC) since 2009, leading the organization through a period of growth, strategic diversification, and expanded Inuit participation in Nunavut’s economy. Today, QC is the largest Inuit-owned private employer in the Qikiqtani Region, operating a broad portfolio of subsidiaries, joint ventures, and partnerships that have established QC as a prominent and reliable leader and partner in industrial, institutional, and infrastructure development.
Mr. Flaherty is nationally recognized for his contributions to Indigenous economic development and was inducted into the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business Hall of Fame with a Lifetime Achievement Award – the first Inuk to receive this distinction in the award’s 20-year history. He serves on the Canadian Chamber of Commerce Business Action Committee and the BMO Indigenous Advisory Council, contributing a northern and Inuit perspective to national business and policy discussions.
In addition to his corporate leadership, Mr. Flaherty is an elected member of Iqaluit City Council and serves as Alternate Deputy Mayor. He is known for his pragmatic, partnership-driven approach to resource development that aligns commercial success with Inuit employment, training, and long-term regional benefits.
President & CEO
Qikiqtaaluk Corporation
Doing Business Together - Doing Business Together – Regional Development Corporations
Harry Flaherty has served as President and CEO of Qikiqtaaluk Corporation (QC) since 2009, leading the organization through a period of growth, strategic diversification, and expanded Inuit participation in Nunavut’s economy. Today, QC is the largest Inuit-owned private employer in the Qikiqtani Region, operating a broad portfolio of subsidiaries, joint ventures, and partnerships that have established QC as a prominent and reliable leader and partner in industrial, institutional, and infrastructure development.
Mr. Flaherty is nationally recognized for his contributions to Indigenous economic development and was inducted into the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business Hall of Fame with a Lifetime Achievement Award – the first Inuk to receive this distinction in the award’s 20-year history. He serves on the Canadian Chamber of Commerce Business Action Committee and the BMO Indigenous Advisory Council, contributing a northern and Inuit perspective to national business and policy discussions.
In addition to his corporate leadership, Mr. Flaherty is an elected member of Iqaluit City Council and serves as Alternate Deputy Mayor. He is known for his pragmatic, partnership-driven approach to resource development that aligns commercial success with Inuit employment, training, and long-term regional benefits.