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Off the grid: Iqaluit hotel aims for energy independence

Qikiqtaaluk Corp. subsidiary hopes microgrid can prove renewable energy is sufficient and cost-effective

Updated Friday, Feb. 10 at 1:20 p.m. It’s a science project fit for a hotel. To prove sufficient energy can be produced without relying on a regional power grid, Nunavut Nukkiksautiit Corp.

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Learning about beluga whales in Taloyoak

Former MLA Jeannie Ugyuk, middle, cuts maktaaq in her home on Jan. 20 with Taloyoak Hunters and Trappers Association board members Elizabeth Aiyout, left, and Viola Neeveacheak. The three spent several days working on developing a sustainable harvesting plan for Taloyoak’s planned food processing centre. As Ugyuk cuts, she discusses the presence of beluga whales around the Boothia Peninsula, also known as Aviqtuuq. (Photo by Vincent L’Hérault)

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