Baffinland Iron Mines Corporation and the Qikiqtani Inuit Association announced the signing of an updated Inuit Impact Benefit Agreement (IIBA) on Wednesday that the company says will strengthen Baffinland's commitments to Qikiqtani communities.

Baffinland and QIA have jointly committed to increasing the benefits of the Mary River Mine to Nunavummiut by enhancing the focus on Inuit training and employment, according to a Baffinland news release. This will be done through:

-Increased skills and training opportunities for Nunavummiut
-Increased financial commitments to training and skills development
-Development of a state-of-the-art training facility in Pond Inlet
-Programs designed to specifically increase Inuit employment in all aspects of BaffinlandSA国际影视传媒檚 organization
-Improved support for all residents of the Qikiqtani communities

The updated agreement immediately replaces the original IIBA, which was signed in September 2013.

SA国际影视传媒淭he signing of the Amended IIBA represents another major step in our commitment to deliver on our promise to bring employment and training opportunities to the Qikiqtani region,SA国际影视传媒� said Brian Penney, Baffinland president and CEO. SA国际影视传媒淚t also reflects the strong relationship between Baffinland and QIA, as we continue to find new ways to work in partnership and understand how we can continue to move forward and make a real difference for all Nunavummiut.SA国际影视传媒�