NunatuKavut

10/16/2026

NCC's Community Employment Coordinator, Sheena Rumbolt, will be visiting St. Lewis on Tuesday, October 20, and will be available throughout the day to assist NunatuKavut members with employment and training services.

Whether you're looking for employment, exploring training opportunities or need assistance with an application, Sheena can help with:

🔹 Resume writing and updates
🔹 Job searches and employment opportunities
🔹 Training program applications
🔹 Other employment and training-related services

To learn more or arrange a meeting, contact:

Sheena Rumbolt
Community Employment Coordinator
709-702-7823
[email protected]

10/15/2026

🌊 Sincerest congratulations to the 16th Century Basque Whaling Station in Red Bay on winning the Award of Historical Marine Significance at the 2026 Turning the Tide Award Gala in late September. This prestigious award is given to acknowledge and celebrate the rich marine history in Newfoundland and Labrador.

"The story of the Basque in Red Bay is a very important part of marine history in Labrador, in this country. Yet, it is only part of the story...the Basque, when they came to this part of the world, they met my ancestors, the Inuit of NunatuKavut. Those relationships at that time were very much in the vein of economic relationships, each took from the other...[This award] provides an avenue to really raise up all of our history." -- President Russell (excerpt from the video produced for the gala)

Watch the full video below ⬇

https://videos.files.wordpress.com/xF9MFNrW/red-bay-full-award-winner-video-2026.mp4

The annual Turning the Tide Award Gala celebrates, commemorates, and recognizes excellence, leadership, and dedication in the marine industry in this provide.

10/15/2026

NCC's Community Employment Coordinator, Sheena Rumbolt, will be visiting Port Hope Simpson on Friday, October 16, and will be available throughout the day to assist NunatuKavut members with employment and training services.

Whether you're looking for employment, exploring training opportunities or need assistance with an application, Sheena can help with:

🔹 Resume writing and updates
🔹 Job searches and employment opportunities
🔹 Training program applications
🔹 Other employment and training-related services

To learn more or arrange a meeting, contact:

Sheena Rumbolt
Community Employment Coordinator
709-702-7823
[email protected]

10/14/2026

📣 There's still time to register for the FREE Geothermal 101 Community Short Course!

📍 Cartwright: Tuesday, October 27 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
📍 Port Hope Simpson: Thursday, October 29 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
💻 Virtual: Thursday, October 29 | 6–9 p.m.

Lunch will be provided for in-person sessions, and travel assistance may be available upon request.

❗️ Scan the QR code on the poster to sign up!

For registration questions, contact Natalie Eddy at [email protected].

NunatuKavut Community Council, in partnership with the Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS), is offering a FREE Geothermal 101 Community Short Course for adult community members.

This one-day course will provide accessible, practical information about where geothermal energy comes from, how communities and households can use it, and important considerations when exploring local geothermal opportunities.

📍 Cartwright: Tuesday, October 27 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
📍 Port Hope Simpson: Thursday, October 29 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
💻 Virtual option: Thursday, October 29 | 6–9 p.m.

Lunch will be provided for in-person sessions, and travel assistance may be available upon request.

Scan the QR code on the poster to sign up!

For registration questions, contact Natalie Eddy at [email protected].

10/14/2026

📣 The NCC Health & Community Services (HCS) Roadshow is heading to the coast!

Come out and learn more about the health and wellness programs and supports available to you and your family, and share what matters most to your community.

➡️ What health and wellness supports are working well?
➡️ What would you like to see more of in your community?

We want to listen, learn and hear directly from you.

🔹Refreshments provided
🔹Prizes to be won
🔹Everyone is welcome!

ROADSHOW SCHEDULE

CARTWRIGHT
🗓 Monday, October 26
📌 Marion Center | 4–6 PM

CHARLOTTETOWN
🗓 Tuesday, October 27
📌 Fire Hall | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM

PORT HOPE SIMPSON
🗓 Tuesday, October 27
📌 Museum | 5–7 PM

ST. LEWIS
🗓 Wednesday, October 28
📌 Town Hall | 11 AM

MARY’S HARBOUR
🗓 Wednesday, October 28
📌 Town Hall | 2 PM

LABRADOR STRAITS
🗓 Thursday, October 29
📌 Forteau Ski Lodge | 5-7 PM

We hope to see you there!

10/13/2026

October 4–10 was Fire Prevention Week!

NCC’s FireSmart Program Coordinator, Kayla Beals, was busy promoting fire safety and awareness throughout NunatuKavut.

As part of the week’s activities, Kayla attended an open house at Mary’s Harbour’s brand-new fire hall and delivered a presentation at the Town of Port Hope Simpson’s “Rising Together” Fire Safety and Awareness Night.

These events provided valuable opportunities to connect with community members, share fire prevention information and raise awareness about the importance of being FireSmart.

Stay tuned for more community events and opportunities to learn how you can help keep your home and community FireSmart!

10/13/2026

NCC was represented at the Indigenous Clean Energy (ICE) National Gathering 2026 by Shandy Smith, Communications Officer; Madison Dyson, Energy Officer; and Natalie Eddy, Energy Intern.

The gathering brings together Indigenous clean energy leaders, practitioners and partners from across Canada to share knowledge, build partnerships and explore opportunities to advance Indigenous participation in the clean energy transition.

Through our Department of Energy, NCC continues to explore opportunities to advance clean energy initiatives, address energy challenges and support sustainable energy solutions that reflect the needs and priorities of NunatuKavut communities.

The gathering provided a valuable opportunity to learn from other Indigenous communities, exchange ideas and strengthen connections that will help inform our ongoing work toward a more sustainable energy future for NunatuKavut.

10/09/2026

10/09/2026

Congratulations to five members from NunatuKavut who are among the newest graduates of the Newfoundland and Labrador Correctional Officer Recruit Training program. Gabrielle Best, Tristan White, Scott Engram, Carter Roberts and Tyrone Hill — salutivagit (I congratulate you!)

They were 5 of 15 recruits who celebrated their graduation in Happy Valley-Goose Bay this week.

A special congratulations to Tyrone Hill, who graduated at the top of his class in the program!

We are proud to recognize their hard work and dedication in reaching this important milestone and wish them every success as they begin the next chapter of their careers!

10/08/2026

Representatives from NunatuKavut Community Council’s (NCC) Department of Energy, Krista Oxford, Energy Manager, and Benita Penney, Energy Coordinator, attended the Canada Home Energy Justice Conference in Ottawa this week, joining discussions on energy poverty, energy efficiency and equitable access to sustainable housing.

The conference provided an opportunity to learn from other organizations, share experiences and explore approaches to addressing energy poverty in NunatuKavut.

During the conference, Krista participated in a panel discussion titled “Partnerships to Impact: Advancing Healthy Energy Homes in Indigenous Communities,” which explored the importance of community-led solutions and partnerships in improving housing conditions, strengthening climate resilience and supporting long-term energy sustainability.

Through continued collaboration and knowledge sharing, NCC’s Department of Energy remains committed to exploring solutions that address the unique energy needs and challenges facing NunatuKavut communities.