March 24, 2014 – Iqaluit, Nunavut – Office of the Minister of the Environment, Minister of the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor), and Minister for the Arctic Council.
Minister Aglukkaq today announced $51,200 to help diversify the international market for seal and long fur. This investment supports marketing efforts in Beijing, China and Istanbul, Turkey.
The seal and long fur industries in Nunavut and the Northwest Territories make an important contribution to local economies, creating jobs in harvesting, processing, and arts and cultural sectors. Through this investment, the Governments of Nunavut and the Northwest Territories and the Fur Harvesters Auction, Inc., are promoting the seal and long fur industries abroad, creating new long-term partnerships internationally with businesses and manufacturers, and gaining access to growing markets. By developing these overseas markets, the seal and long fur industries can continue to grow and develop in Nunavut and the Northwest Territories.
Office of the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq
Jennifer Kennedy
819-997-1441
Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency
Craig Welsh
Communications Advisor, Nunavut Region
867-975-3722
CanNor works to help develop a diversified, sustainable and dynamic economy across Canada's three territories, and delivers on its northern mandate through funding programs, the Northern Projects Management Office and by undertaking policy and research.
Government of Nunavut, Department of Environment
Tyler Ross
A/Manager, Communications
867-975-7720
Government of Northwest Territories, Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment
Alayna Ward
Manager, Public Affair and Communication
867-920-2696
Fur Harvesters Auction, Inc.
Howard Noseworthy
Director of Planning & Development
705-495-4688
