Feds give Baker Lake resort $360,000

Nunamiut Company Ltd. is getting $360,000 from the Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development’s “Opportunity Fund” for its Baker Lake cultural tours and resort business.

The tour agency is the first to offer year-round packaged tours and accommodations in Baker Lake. The federal money will help expand the business to three new buildings, which will provide accommodations, conference and kitchen facilities, a gift shop and dining room.

The total cost of the expansion is $1.97 million. Industry Canada and the Nunavut Business Development Fund are also contributing to the project.