QIA Launches the Qikiqtani Community Language Program

Press Release

Iqaluit, Nunavut, May 8, 2026 – The Qikiqtani Inuit Association (QIA) is inviting Inuit to submit proposals for the secondary call for the Qikiqtani Community Language Program (QCLP) for 2026-2027. Individual Inuit, non-profit organizations and community groups from all Qikiqtani communities are invited to submit proposals for projects. Projects and funds must be completed by March 31, 2027.

The goal of the QCLP is to reclaim, revitalize, maintain and strengthen Inuktitut in the Qikiqtani region.

We welcome proposals that focus on:

• Inuktitut educational resources
• Inuktitut Media and Arts
• Inuktitut Language Skills Development
• Inuktitut Community Programming
• Inuktitut Documentation

The QCLP is funded through partnership with Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. and the Department of Canadian Heritage.

If you would like more information, or if you require assistance completing your proposal, please contact:

Andrew Dunford

Sr. Policy Analyst

(P) 867-975-8365

Toll free: 1-800-667-2742

QCLP@qia.ca.

The deadline to submit proposals for this secondary call is June 5, 2026 at 12:00 EDT.

Submit your proposal today and help strengthen Inuktitut in your community!

For media inquiries, please contact:

Karen Flaherty

Director, Strategic Communications Qikiqtani Inuit Association

(P) 867.975.8398 or toll-free 1.800.667.2742

kflaherty@qia.ca

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