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Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform the community of Clyde River that a power outage is planned for Thursday, August 20, from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. The affected area is highlighted in yellow on the map below.

This power outage is required to connect service to the new North West Company convenience store.

QEC thanks residents for their understanding and apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.

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Media Contact:

Catherine Whittaker

Acting Manager, Corporate Communications

Qulliq Energy Corporation

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform Nunavummiut that all renewable energy systems installed on any building connected to the power grid  require authorization from the Government of Nunavut’s Office of the Chief Electrical Inspector and QEC.

To ensure the safety of utility electrical workers and the reliable operation of the territory’s electrical systems, Nunavummiut are required to coordinate with QEC on their renewable energy installations.

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) wants to inform Nunanvummiut that the corporation will return to regular overdue account practices. As of August 11, customers with overdue accounts may be subject to service disconnection or load limiting.

QEC continues to offer flexible payment options to residential and commercial customers who are unable to pay their monthly electricity bills in full. Customers who have already entered into a flexible payment arrangement with QEC’s Customer Care will not be affected by this change.

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform the community of Arctic Bay that there will be a planned power on Sunday, August 9 from 6 to 10 a.m. local time. The affected area is highlighted in yellow on the map below.

This power outage is required to accommodate construction of the new power plant.

QEC would like to thank the community for their understanding and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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Media Contact:

Renee Boucher

Acting Manager, Corporate Communications

Qulliq Energy Corporation

(867) 979-7524

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform the city of Iqaluit that there will be a planned power outage on Sunday, August 9 from 6 to 10 a.m. local time. The affected area is highlighted in yellow on the map below.

This power outage is required to repair a power pole that was damaged during the winter.

QEC would like to thank the community for their understanding and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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Media Contact:

Renee Boucher

Acting Manager, Corporate Communications

Qulliq Energy Corporation

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform the community of Coral Harbour that a power outage is planned for Saturday, August 1, from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. The affected area is highlighted in yellow on the map below.

This power outage is required to accommodate construction in the area.

QEC thanks residents for their understanding and apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.

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Media Contact:

Renee Boucher

Acting Manager, Corporate Communications

Qulliq Energy Corporation

(867) 979-7524

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform the community of Grise Fiord that there will be a planned power outage on Friday, July 24 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. The affected area is highlighted in yellow on the map below.

This power outage is required to replace a damaged power pole.

QEC thanks residents for their understanding and apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.

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Media Contact:

Renee Boucher

Acting Manager, Corporate Communications

Qulliq Energy Corporation

(867) 979-7524

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform the residents of Rankin Inlet that a contractor will be in the community from July 23 to 27 to investigate a propylene glycol leak that occurred last fall. Approximately 30,000 to 40,000 litres of a 50/50 propylene glycol and water mixture leaked from the District Heating System as a result of equipment failure. Propylene glycol is a clear, odourless, tasteless liquid found in food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical products, and is relatively non-toxic to humans and wildlife.

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform the residents of Grise Fiord that the corporation will be decommissioning the old power plant fuel system from July 20 to 30, 2020. The affected area is marked in red on the map below.

Decommissioning the old power plant fuel system requires the use of heavy equipment to move items for disposal. While safety will be monitored on the site, community members are asked to exercise caution around the area where decommissioning work is being done.

QEC would like to apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform the residents of Iqaluit that there will be planned power outages on Saturday, July 4. The first power outage (highlighted in yellow on the first map) will take place from 6 to 6:30 a.m. and the second power outage (highlighted in orange on the second map) will take place from 6:30 to 10 a.m.  

These power outages are required to accommodate new construction on the lower plateau.

QEC apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.

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Media Contact:

Renee Boucher