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IQALUIT, Nunavut (March 14, 2017) – Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) has completed the construction and testing of the new Qikiqtarjuaq power plant. The new power plant is the second major project recently completed by QEC. In November 2016, QEC announced the operation of a new power plant for the community of Taloyoak.

“I’m very pleased to announce the success of both QEC’s capital projects. This critical infrastructure is key to the continued economic development of Qikiqtarjuaq and Nunavut,” said the Honourable Johnny Mike, Minister responsible for QEC.

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform the residents of Baker Lake that there will be a planned power outage on Thursday, March 16 from midnight to 2 a.m.

The outage is required to prepare for upcoming upgrades to the power plant system.

QEC would like to thank the residents for their understanding and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause during this time.

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform the residents of Arviat that there will be a planned power outage on Wednesday, March 15 from midnight to 2 a.m.

The outage is required to prepare for upcoming upgrades to the power plant system.

QEC would like to thank the residents for their understanding and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause during this time.

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) has applied to the Minister responsible for QEC for a new Fuel Stabilization Rate (FSR) refund rider of 8.23 cents per kilowatt hour. The proposed refund covers the period from April 1, 2017 to September 30, 2017.

“This is the fourth consecutive fuel rider refund that QEC has requested since November 2015. As such, I will be seeking advice from the Utility Rates Review Council regarding QEC’s application,” said the Honourable Johnny Mike, Minister responsible for QEC.

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) is accepting applications from Inuit interested in serving on the board for a three-year term.

QEC is a territorial corporation of the Government of Nunavut. The corporation is responsible for the generation and distribution of electricity in Nunavut.

Applicants are requested to email a cover letter and resume to Alexandra Garrett at agarrett@qec.nu.ca by March 31, 2017.

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Media Contact:
Sheila Papa
Manager, Corporate Communications
Qulliq Energy Corporation
(867) 979-7534

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to inform the residents of Kimmirut that QEC will be performing upgrades to the power plant system from Wednesday, Februrary 22 to Friday, February 24, between the hours of 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

While QEC will take all measures to avoid any interruption to the community’s power supply, short power outages may occur during the upgrades.

QEC would like to thank the community in advance for their understanding.

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) would like to apologize to the residents of Kimmirut for the recent unplanned outages in the community.

Brief power outages occurred last week as a result of an unexpected electrical issue during the testing of a new generator set. Upgrades to the power plant system are expected to be completed by the end of February.

If a planned outage is required to complete the upgrades, QEC will inform residents in advance through radio, social media, and email.

QEC would like to thank the residents for their understanding.

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) is lifting the request for residents to conserve power in Rankin Inlet.
QEC’s maintenance crew has completed the repair and testing of the largest generator set in Rankin Inlet. Four of five generator sets are now operation to meet the community’s electricity demand. Residents of the community are no longer required to save energy to prevent the need for rotating power outages.
QEC would like to thank the residents for their cooperation and understanding during the power conservation request.

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) is requesting residents in Rankin Inlet to continue
to conserve power to prevent the need for rotating power outages.
QEC now has three of five generator sets in operation. All three engines will be
needed to meet the community’s electricity demand while the maintenance crew
works towards repairing the other generator sets.
QEC will provide further updates through social media and the local radio station.
QEC would like to thank the residents for their cooperation and understanding.
 

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) is seeking new board members for a three-year term beginning January 7, 2017.

QEC is a territorial corporation wholly owned by the Government of Nunavut.

Nunavummiut with experience in professional engineering, finance, and human resources are encouraged to apply.

Applicants are requested to email a cover letter and resume to Alexandra Garrett at agarrett@qec.nu.ca by December 30, 2016.