Iqaluit, Nunavut - Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency
Elders deserve a dignified life and a home where they remain connected to their friends, families, and culture. Investing in opportunities for Elders to age in place while maintaining active and independent lives strengthens community bonds, and give new pathways to connect generations.
Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, announced a federal investment of up to $400,000 to Pairijiit Tigummiaqtikkut, an Elder-led Inuit non-profit association in Iqaluit. This funding will support technical drawings for an Elders housing facility and community complex along with the development of tender-ready plans. The organization plans to open its new housing facility for Christmas 2027.
Nunavut faces a critical shortage of independent living options for Elders. This project will help address the housing and community resource gap for Elders in Iqaluit, supporting their health, autonomy and well-being. Through this investment, the Government of Canada, through CanNor, is helping Iqaluit Elders access housing that allows them to remain in Nunavut and thrive. The project also aligns with CanNor objectives through the Inclusive Diversification and Economic Advancement in the North (IDEANorth) program by supporting small-scale infrastructure development that addresses specific community needs and contributes to increased prosperity and local capacity.
