Nunavut is not linked to other parts of Canada by road or rail, so air transport plays a critical role in providing people there with life’s necessities and connecting the region with the rest of the world. Last year, engineering firm Stantec completed a four-year, $330-million project to upgrade Iqaluit International Airport’s single airstrip and support facilities. This has been a resounding success in the community, offering more efficient use of airside space and a barrier-free, architecturally stunning terminal for visitors and Nunavummiut to use year-round. The larger and more frequent air service enabled by the project means reduced living costs for Nunavummiut, and also provides better access to the world, bringing with it improved opportunities for trade, education, health care, and tourism.
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