Call for Nominations – Joint Planning and Management Committees for Territorial Parks
Press Release
October 6, 2025
The Department of Environment is currently accepting nominations for the Nunavut Joint Planning and Management Committee (NJPMC) and for Community Joint Planning and Management Committees (CJPMCs) as identified below:
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Committee for: |
Community |
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Nunavut Territorial Parks (NJPMC) |
Nunavut-wide |
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Ovayok Territorial Park |
Cambridge Bay |
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Iqalugaarjuup Nunanga Territorial Park |
Rankin Inlet |
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Kingngaaluk Territorial Park |
Sanikiluaq |
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Katannilik Territorial Park |
Kimmirut |
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Napartulik Territorial Park |
Grise Fiord |
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Kugluk Territorial Park |
Kugluktuk |
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Iqaluit Kuunga and Qaummaarviit Territorial Parks |
Iqaluit |
The NJPMC and CJPMCs provide advice and recommendations to the Government of Nunavut on all aspects related to the planning, establishment, operation, and management of territorial parks.
Commitment and Compensation
NJPMC and CJPMC members are eligible to receive honoraria for their services. Meetings take place at least twice per year, and additional meetings may occur as required.
Eligibility
For NJPMC: Residents from any Nunavut community.
For CJPMCs: Residents from the specific community where the park is located.
How to Apply
Individuals who have knowledge and experience in parks, Inuit culture, heritage, tourism and wish to be considered for appointment to a joint planning and management committee can apply on the Department of Environment website, or by submitting a resume and cover letter.
To apply, or for more information, contact Samantha Putumiraqtuq; Parks JPMC Coordinator, at 867-645-8006 or SPutumiraqtuq4@gov.nu.ca.
The deadline to apply is November 13, 2025 at 5 p.m. EST.
Contact
Jalen Tagoona
Manager of Communications, Education, and Outreach
Department of Environment
867-975-7761
Jtagoona1@gov.nu.ca
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