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Qulliq Energy Corporation expands LED streetlights project in Nunavut

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IQALUIT, Nunavut (March 22, 2017) – Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) is pleased to announce that it will be replacing all conventional streetlights in Iqaluit, Rankin Inlet, Cambridge Bay and Kugluktuk with energy efficient LED (Light Emitting Diode) streetlights before the end of 2017.

The decision to switch to LED lighting is the result of a pilot project conducted in 2015 that measured the performance of several energy efficient streetlight options.

Testing of new power plant in Pangnirtung

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Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform the residents of Pangnirtung that there will be power outages planned for the following days:

Friday, March 24 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday, March 25 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, March 26 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The outages are required to test the new power plant.

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

Planned Partial Power Outage in Gjoa Haven

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Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform the residents of Gjoa Haven that there will be a planned power outage in a section of the community on Wednesday, March 22 from 2 a.m. to 3 a.m. The affected area is highlighted on the map below.

This outage is required to perform maintenance of the power plant system.

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

Corporate Projects Coordinator

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The Corporate Projects Coordinator provides essential services for project and special initiatives coordination within the department and throughout QEC. A key component of this position is to provide research and prepare discussion papers and reports when requested. The position may be required to disseminate findings via briefing notes, by planning and/or delivering presentations, and through published articles.

Qulliq Energy Corporation has completed new Qikiqtarjuaq power plant

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IQALUIT, Nunavut (March 14, 2017) – Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) has completed the construction and testing of the new Qikiqtarjuaq power plant. The new power plant is the second major project recently completed by QEC. In November 2016, QEC announced the operation of a new power plant for the community of Taloyoak.

“I’m very pleased to announce the success of both QEC’s capital projects. This critical infrastructure is key to the continued economic development of Qikiqtarjuaq and Nunavut,” said the Honourable Johnny Mike, Minister responsible for QEC.

Planned Power Outage in Baker Lake

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Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform the residents of Baker Lake that there will be a planned power outage on Thursday, March 16 from midnight to 2 a.m.

The outage is required to prepare for upcoming upgrades to the power plant system.

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

Planned Power Outage in Arviat

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Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform the residents of Arviat that there will be a planned power outage on Wednesday, March 15 from midnight to 2 a.m.

The outage is required to prepare for upcoming upgrades to the power plant system.

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

Plant Superintendent

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Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the Plant Superintendent is responsible for maintaining safe and continuous power generation and distribution, integrating production and maintenance requirements of all mechanical and electrical equipment under his/her jurisdiction.

The position is also responsible for operating and monitoring the diesel powerhouse and associated systems to provide safe, reliable electrical service to Qulliq Energy customers in the community in a cost effective manner.

QEC applies for new Fuel Stabilization Rider refund

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Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) has applied to the Minister responsible for QEC for a new Fuel Stabilization Rate (FSR) refund rider of 8.23 cents per kilowatt hour. The proposed refund covers the period from April 1, 2017 to September 30, 2017.

“This is the fourth consecutive fuel rider refund that QEC has requested since November 2015. As such, I will be seeking advice from the Utility Rates Review Council regarding QEC’s application,” said the Honourable Johnny Mike, Minister responsible for QEC.

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