Board of Directors
Qulliq Energy Corporation’s Board of Directors is appointed by the Minister responsible for QEC. Under the Qulliq Energy Corporation Act, the Board of Directors must be composed of no fewer than six directors, and no more than ten directors. The terms for board members are staggered at two or three year appointments, which helps the Corporation maintain business continuity, allowing for growth in experience and knowledge.
There are currently nine members serving on QEC's Board of Directors.
Jeannie Ehaloak- Chairperson
Jeannie Ehaloak is a former MLA and Mayor of Cambridge Bay with extensive knowledge, experience, and accountability for the implementation of corporate policies, programs and projects. She worked effectively in consultation and strengthened communications with community members during her tenure as Mayor, MLA and Minister. Jeannie has acquired a greater understanding and appreciation for government policies and procedures in her roles as a Member of the Legislative Assembly, specifically as Minister of Justice, Human Rights, Labor, Democratic Institutions, Status of Women, Qulliq Energy Corporation, Environment and Community and Government Services. While serving as QEC’s Minister, she gained a unique understanding of QEC’s operations and governance procedures. Jeannie is a resident of Cambridge Bay.
Martha Lenio- Vice Chairperson
Martha Lenio brings insight into the global renewable energy economy to QEC’s Board of Directors. As a renewable energy specialist with the World Wildlife Fund Canada, Dr. Lenio’s knowledge of renewable energy technologies and power solutions incorporates the arctic environment in which QEC serves. Her ten years of extensive international experience with solar power applications is complemented by her Doctor of Philosophy in Photovoltaic Engineering from the University of New South Wales, and a Bachelor of Applied Science from the University of Waterloo. Dr. Lenio lives in Iqaluit.
Alex Cook
Alex Cook is a beneficiary of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement and resides in Baker Lake, and an alumnus of St. Francis Xavier University, where he holds a Bachelor of Business Administration majoring in Leadership and Management. Mr. Cook began his career at the Qulliq Energy Corporation as a summer student, steadily rising through the corporation into a senior management role, In his current role, Mr. Cook holds the presidency of ArchTech, an exclusively Indigenous owned and operated design-build firm at the forefront of developing net-zero buildings in Nunavut. Mr. Cook serves on the Indigenous Council and Governing Board for Wah-Ila-Toos,. His dedication to fostering clean energy solutions is further evidenced in his role as the Energy Champion for Baker Lake. Moreover, he lends his expertise to the Indigenous Clean Energy social enterprise as a member of the advisory board.
Johnny Mike
Johnny Mike is a former MLA for Pangnirtung and has over 30 years of experience in business, government, and management roles throughout the territory. Mr. Mike was heavily involved in the Inuit land selection negotiations for South Baffin communities during Nunavut’s Land Claim Agreement process. As a former employee of the Northern Canada Power Commission, President and CEO of Qikiqtaaluk Corporation and NCC Investment Group, board member of QEC, and Minister responsible for QEC, Mr. Mike has a strong understanding of QEC’s operations and governance. He is currently a board member for Pangnirtung Hunters and Trappers Organization. Mr. Mike is a Red Seal certified mechanic and resides in Pangnirtung.
Clarence Synard
Clarence Synard has spent over 26 years working in the North. He is currently the President & CEO of NCC Investment Group. In his multiple roles with NCC over the years, he has actively fostered strong relationships throughout the territory and focused on the health and safety of colleagues and employees. An active member of the community, Mr. Synard is a former President of the Baffin Regional Chamber of Commerce, Vice President of the Board for Skills Nunavut, and a member of the Government of Nunavut’s Building Advisory Committee. He received his Red Seal Journey Certificate (Carpentry) from the College of the North Atlantic. Mr. Synard resides in Iqaluit.
Nayab Khan
Nayab Khan is currently the Chief Financial Officer for Nunavut Arctic College. She has worked in numerous financial roles throughout her career, most recently with Nunavut Housing Corporation where she was a District Comptroller. Ms. Khan is a Certified Management Accountant and has a specialization in forensic accounting. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Economics from the University of Peshawar and has a Master of Public Administration from Flinders University. Ms. Khan resides in Iqaluit.
Robin Anawak
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Paul Kaludjak
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Travis Kalluak
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