Mandate
Makigiaqta’s mandate is to enhance the preparedness of Nunavut Inuit for employment.
To achieve this, Makigiaqta will provide integrated engagement, funding, and practical support for the development and delivery of Inuit-specific learning and employment programs. Makigiaqta’s programs will be designed to achieve two major outcomes:
- Inuit in Nunavut will gain the skills, knowledge, confidence, and opportunities to engage in learning and work that is aligned with each individual’s needs and goals, in public and private sectors; and
- Service providers and employers will make lasting improvements in their capability to serve the needs and interests of Inuit in Nunavut.
Makigiaqta will use its resources to complement and supplement, but not duplicate or replace, training and other measures that fall under the mandates of the Government of Canada and the Government of Nunavut.
Background
The Makigiaqta Inuit Training Corporation (“Makigiaqta”) is responsible for using a $175 million fund to enhance the preparedness for employment of Nunavut Inuit.
Makigiaqta was established after an out-of-court settlement agreement was signed in May 2015 by Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated, the Government of Nunavut, and the Government of Canada. Makigiaqta was established to provide funding and other support for training and initiatives that will provide Inuit with skills and qualifications for employment.
The Makigiaqta Strategic Plan is a high-level strategy to guide Makigiaqta’s spending and activities. This is a living document that will be regularly reviewed and renewed.
Purpose
The purpose of enhancing the preparedness of Nunavut Inuit for employment is to support the well-being of Inuit society. Enhanced preparedness for employment will contribute to:
- Achieving representative Inuit employment in all sectors, at all levels, including meeting the obligations of Article 23 of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement,
- Strengthened stability, prosperity, and self-reliance of individuals, families, and communities,
- Increased self-determination through increased Inuit involvement and leadership in key sectors, and
- Development of Nunavut’s economy, which will provide richer opportunities for future generations.
Makigiaqta’s vision is a vibrant Inuit workforce that contributes to strengthened Inuit well-being and self-determination, as envisioned in the creation of Nunavut.
