Numerous Air Inuit flights, including cargo shipments, were cancelled last week as forest fires blocked access to the company’s La Grande hub. It has adapted and by Sunday the hub should be back in action, according to Air Inuit president Christian Busch. (Photo by Cedric Gallant)
Airline’s cargo hubs were impacted, causing travel and cargo shipment delays in Nunavik communities
Forest fires are being blamed after Air Inuit flights along both Nunavik coasts were cancelled multiple times last week due to poor visibility, impacting people’s personal travel and cargo shipments.
Lt.-Col. Nicolas Hilaréguy, left, presents a “Best Improvement” medal to Junior Canadian Ranger Johnny Aupalu from Puvirnituq. Aupalu was one of several young Junior Rangers from Nunavik to earn a medal last week at Camp OKPIAPIK in Valcartier, Que. The camp, which wrapped up July 1, marked the 25 anniversary of the Junior Canadian Rangers. The program operates in 36 northern Quebec communities, and teaches young people military, leadership, and traditional on-the-land skills. (Photo courtesy of Master Cpl. Etienne Bertrand/2nd Canadian Ranger Patrol Group)