Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to remind Nunavummiut to exercise caution around power poles and power lines. Please remember the following to avoid unplanned power outages, serious injury, or death:
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Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform the residents of Iqaluit that there will be a planned partial power outage on Sunday, June 25, from 9 a.m. to 1p.m. This outage will affect customers in proximity to the Old Airport Terminal and Public Health office, as highlighted in yellow on the attached map.
This outage is required to safely complete the connection of a new business.
QEC thanks residents for their understanding and apologizes for any inconveniences this may cause.
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Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to remind Nunavummiut to submit their Electrical Service Applications for new or upgraded services by April 30, 2023, in order to prevent delays in providing service connections.
Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) wants to inform Nunavummiut that there have been delays in distributing bills for January and February, and that these bills may have usage amounts and charges that are not typical.
January bills were issued for all communities, and February’s bills will be mailed within the next week.
For customers outside of Iqaluit, the billing will show usage amounts that are overestimated or underestimated for the following reasons:
Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) is currently accepting applications for the QEC Board of Directors. The corporation is looking for dedicated members with the vision, passion, and leadership skills to make a positive contribution to QEC.
Special consideration will be given to applicants with financial designations or experience in the energy industry. Backgrounds in human resources, engineering, and legal will also be considered an asset. Successful candidates will be appointed for three-year terms.
Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform the residents of Sanikiluaq that there will be a planned power outage on Saturday, March 11 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
This power outage will affect the entire community and is required to connect a new generation unit to the grid.
QEC thanks residents for their understanding and apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.
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Media Contact:
Bibi Bilodeau
Communications Officer,
Corporate Communications
Qulliq Energy Corporation
(867) 979-7520
bbilodeau@qec.nu.ca
Iqaluit, Nunavut (March 3, 2023) – Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) is announcing Tati Connelly-Clark of Rankin Inlet as the 2022 Laura Ulluriaq Gauthier Scholarship recipient. She was selected for her passion for food security and community volunteering in Nunavut. Ms. Connelly-Clark is currently pursuing a Social Services Diploma at Nova Scotia Community College. She plans to return to the territory and continue her work in community wellness.
Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) has restored power to all customers in Sanirajak after an unexpected power outage today, November 3, at approximately 12:45 p.m. local time. The power outage was caused by equipment malfunction that produced black smoke from the exhaust system. There was no fire in the power plant. This power outage was not related to the outages that took place last week.
Nunavut-wide (November 1, 2022) – Qulliq Energy Corporation is announcing new territory-wide electricity rates for its customers. The Honourable Craig Simailak, Minister responsible for Qulliq Energy Corporation, approved the following new rates to come into effect on October 1, 2022:
Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform the residents of Iqaluit that there will be a planned power outage on Sunday, October 2, 8 a.m. to 12 noon.
The affected area is highlighted in yellow on the map below. This outage is required to safely complete the connection of a new construction site.
QEC thanks residents for their understanding and apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.
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Media Contact: Bibi Bilodeau
Communications Officer
Qulliq Energy Corporation
(867) 979-7520
bbilodeau@qec.nu.ca