Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency

The Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) works with Northerners and Indigenous Peoples, communities, businesses, organizations, other federal departments and other orders of government to help build diversified and dynamic economies that foster long-term sustainability and economic prosperity across the territories – Nunavut, Northwest Territories, and Yukon.

Pilimmaksaivik 10th anniversary

Services and information

Regional Tariff Response Initiative

The Government of Canada has announced an enhancement to the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) to support SMEs affected by tariffs, including those facing liquidity challenges. Details regarding the implementation of this additional support in the territories will be made available shortly.

Programs and services

CanNor's suite of economic development programs and services focuses on strengthening businesses, communities and Northerners.

Resource development

Supports for the sustainable development of territorial mining and energy sectors.

Business development

Tools supporting the growth and expansion of territorial businesses — training, advisory services, contribution programs.

Community development

Programs and services supporting growth of key economic areas, such as mining, tourism, renewable energy, arts and culture.

Skills development

Programs and services supporting capacity and skills development to help Northerners succeed in the workforce.

Four pillars of economic development

Four areas of action shape CanNor's work to advance economic growth across the territories.

Canada's territories

Information about Nunavut, the Northwest Territories and the Yukon, and details about supports for economic development.

Feature stories

Stories about individuals and businesses making a difference in the lives of Northerners and their communities.

Pilimmaksaivik (Federal Centre of Excellence for Inuit Employment in Nunavut)

Information and resources for Nunavut Inuit interested in or currently working for Government of Canada departments and agencies with Article 23 requirements under the Nunavut Agreement.

Minister

The Honourable Rebecca Chartrand

Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency

Features

UN Declaration Act

Learn more about actions to implement the UN Declaration Act.

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2026-08-26