The Baffin Regional Chamber of Commerce (BRCC) is pleased to announce that, in partnership with Makivvik, February 2025 will feature the inaugural Aqsarniit Trade Show and Conference.

This Arctic-led event will be taking place Feb. 17SA国际影视传媒�20 at the Rogers Centre in Ottawa (formerly the Shaw Centre). The Aqsarniit Trade Show and Conference seeks to explore the unique opportunities and challenges of business development in the Arctic while examining solutions to meet present and future initiatives.

Acknowledging that there are unique challenges operating in the Arctic, the event brings together Inuit, industry leaders and entrepreneurs to collaborate on solutions, with a goal of sustainable growth and prosperity in the region. In addition to business discussions, the conference will focus on highlighting the unique arts and culture across Inuit Nunangat.

Artists from Nunavut will be featured throughout the event, "offering southern audiences and international attendees the opportunity to engage directly with their creative talent and gain insights into the traditions that shape their work," according to an Oct. 29 press release from the organizers.

SA国际影视传媒淢akivvik is excited to be part of this Arctic-led event that brings together partners from across the Arctic to focus on building a future of economic success. Our aim is to strengthen the Arctic economy while ensuring that all beneficiaries in Nunavik and Inuit across Inuit Nunangat have access to these opportunities. The Aqsarniit Trade Show and Conference is an example of what can be achieved when we work together for the well-being of our communities,SA国际影视传媒� says Andy Moorhouse, vice-president of economic development for Makivvik.

SA国际影视传媒淚tSA国际影视传媒檚 important to bring people together at this level and to bring the Arctic to the south to focus on the opportunities within Nunavut and Nunavik. The Arctic is developing rapidly, and we require support and partnerships to help make it happen,SA国际影视传媒� says Steve Sullivan, BRCC president.

In late August, it was announced that the longstanding Northern Lights Business and Cultural Showcase, set for Montreal in February, was cancelled due to participation by NunatuKavut, a controversial Inuit organization in Labrador whose status has been questioned by some Inuit political leaders.