Nayumivik Kuujjuaq

Nayumivik means "a place to own” in Inuktitut and is the landholding corporation for the community of Kuujjuaq. Nayumivik Landholding Corporation of Kuujjuaq was established in 1979.

Kuujjuaq meaning "great river" in Inuktitut, is located on the shores of the Koksoak River 50 km from Ungava Bay. It is the largest community in Nunavik and serves as the region’s administrative and service centre.

Nayumivik's Team

Last election on : October 09, 2025

Executives

  • Michael Gordon , President
  • Willie Koneak Gadbois , Vice-President
  • Johnny May Jr , Secretary-Treasurer

Board Members

  • Thomas Lamb
  • Justin Lingard
  • Elena Mesher
  • Bryan York

Staff

  • Bridget Saunders , Assistant General Manager
  • Eileen Emudluk , Assistant General Manager
  • Sakaliasik Tukkiapik , Land Use Administrator
  • Lynn Labranche , Chief Accountant
  • Charlotte Abraham , Receptionist

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Branches

Auberge Kuujjuaq Inn

Owned by the Nayumivik Landholding Corporation, the Kuujjuaq Inn has been welcoming visitors to Kuujjuaq since 1981. Established as one of the first major projects of the Nayumivik Landholding Corporation, the Kuujjuaq Inn continues to serve as a central gathering place for travellers, residents, and visitors to the region.

The Kuujjuaq Inn offers 22 comfortable hotel rooms featuring private bathrooms, Wi-Fi internet access, cable television, telephone service, workspace areas, mini-fridges, and microwaves.

The restaurant can accommodate up to 150 guests and is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, offering a welcoming dining experience in the heart of Kuujjuaq.

The Kuujjuaq Inn Lounge offers a wide selection of beverages, including imported beers, Scotch selections, shooters, fresh cocktails, wines, and non-alcoholic options. The lounge also features live music from local performers and special guests, creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests to relax, socialize, and enjoy an evening out.

For more information and to book your stay, please visit the website : www.kuujjuaqinn.com

Attaturvik Inc.

Incorporated in 2019, Attaturvik Inc. is responsible for managing the real estate assets of the Nayumivik Landholding Corporation, including property administration, maintenance, and development initiatives.

Nunatech Inc.

Established in 2009, Nunatech Inc. is a Nunavik-based partnership between the Nayumivik Landholding Corporation and Englobe. The partnership was created to combine local knowledge with specialized environmental expertise while supporting the development of local skills and capacity in Nunavik.

Nunatech provides a range of environmental and technical services adapted to northern conditions, including:

  • Environmental assessments
  • Site remediation and contaminated soil management
  • Treatment of hydrocarbon-contaminated soils
  • Hazardous materials management
  • Mold assessments, building hygiene, and occupant health and safety evaluations
  • Geotechnical and materials testing services


Kuujjuaq Soil Treatment Facility

Nunatech operates the Kuujjuaq Soil Treatment Facility, which provides local capacity for the treatment and management of hydrocarbon-contaminated soils. The facility uses bioremediation methods to treat petroleum hydrocarbon-related contaminants, allowing treated soils to be safely reused for appropriate applications.

The facility has the following capacities:

  • Treatment pad capacity: 5,000 m³
  • Temporary storage capacity: 15,000 m³
  • Soil available for reuse: 10,000 m³


Following treatment, suitable soils may be reused for commercial and industrial applications, including as granular material for road construction.

Through its partnership model and northern-based operations, Nunatech contributes to sustainable environmental management while strengthening local expertise and capacity in Nunavik.

Sanavik Inc.

Sanavik Garage is a full-service automotive and recreational vehicle repair facility that has been serving the Kuujjuaq community for nearly 20 years. The garage provides maintenance and repair services for vehicles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and snowmobiles, helping ensure reliable transportation adapted to Nunavik’s northern conditions.

Address:
5035 Kigiak Street
Kuujjuaq, QC J0M 0A4

Telephone:
819-964-0086

Services

Office Complex

The Nayumivik Landholding Corporation owns an office complex located at 1140 Immirtavik Street in Kuujjuaq, offering office spaces available for rent to businesses and organizations seeking professional workspace in the community.

Hunting
and Fishing

Specific rules and conditions for non-beneficiaries are established by the Nayumivik Landholding Corporations when sports fishing or sports hunting in Kuujjuaq.

Consult the Conditions

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