Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to advise the residents of Iqaluit that a large generator is required to be transported from the Iqaluit Deep Sea Port to the QEC Power Plant.

The safe transport of the generator is scheduled for Wednesday, October 25, from 9:00pm to Thursday October 26, 6:00am, local time.

This mobilization will impede traffic in the highlighted areas of the road map below. Vehicles may need to use an alternative route during this time.

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

With local elections underway, Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to remind Nunavummiut to avoid attaching posters or notices to power poles. Posters on power poles impedes climbing space, and the staples or tacks that are left on the pole are a safety concern for technical crews.

QEC also asks Nunavummiut continue to exercise caution around power poles throughout the winter season. Please remember the following to avoid unplanned power outages, severe injury, or death:

IQALUIT, Nunavut (October 20, 2023) – Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) has applied for an adjustment to the 2022-23 GRA base energy rates to incorporate higher fuel prices. The application was submitted to the Minister responsible for QEC, who will seek recommendations from the territory’s Utility Rates Review Council.

“This requested adjustment is related to the continuous increases in territorial fuel prices since the last QEC general Rate application,” said Joelie Kaernerk, Minister responsible for QEC.