NCC has improved our High Efficiency Woodstove (HEWS) Program for NunatuKavut to increase access for community members — now including eligible communities in the Labrador Straits area!
There is a limited supply of woodstoves and applications will be assessed on priority levels, but this will allow more community members to access as supply allows.
High Efficiency Woodstoves represent a sustainable and culturally appropriate solution to help address heat insecurity and reduce dependence on diesel. By leveraging the success of the Black Tickle pilot project and implementing a strategic distribution plan, we aim to improve the well-being and resilience of the remaining diesel dependent communities across NunatuKavut.
Designed for efficiency, these woodstoves provide longer-lasting heat with less firewood. Stay warmer and more comfortable while burning less wood.
CURRENT CRITERIA FOR APPLICANTS:
- Must be full member resident of NCC
- Must be a year-round resident living in NunatuKavut communities from Cartwright to L’Anse-au-Clair
- Must own home and currently use a woodstove or have a new installation assessed and wish to adapt to a more affordable means of heating your home
- Must agree to a home inspection preinstallation and to participate in mandatory wood stove compliance training to help ensure safe use of wood stove
- Income threshold has been removed
REMINDERS:
- Vulnerable populations may be prioritized ie) elders, single family, disability etc.
- Approvals are dependent on home inspections completed by the contractor before installations
- Not available to seasonal homes – NCC residency must be up to date
- Available to homeowners (not available for rentals or other users of homes)
- Program approvals and schedules are dependent on supply delivery and program requirements from the funder
SCHEDULING UPDATE:
The Department of Energy is pleased to advise our members that NCC’s HEWS Program installations are underway in NunatuKavut. There have been some delays in execution, and we would like to advise our members of scheduling updates for NCC’s HEWS program below.
Round 1
- Includes homes that pre-inspections were completed for in October 2025
- Installations are currently taking place in PHS, Charlottetown, Pinsent’s Arm, St Lewis, Mary’s Harbour, Lodge Bay and Norman Bay
- Cartwright, Paradise River and Black Tickle communities will take place Summer 2026
Round 2
- Home inspections taking place June 2026
- Approvals are dependant on pre-inspections. Homeowners not available for their pre-inspection will be placed in the next round
- Installations for these homes will take place Summer 2026
Round 3
- Home Inspections taking place Summer 2026 (all homes require to have pre-inspection completed during this time)
- Installations to be scheduled for Fall 2026 (pending availability and delivery of supplies)
Please be advised that our staff and/or contractor are contacting homeowners ahead of home visits to schedule their inspection/installation. If your situation has changed and you no longer require a stove, please contact Madison Dyson at energyintern@nunatukavut.ca or by calling (709) 702-8103.
DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS IS JUNE 30, 2026!
For more information, please contact:
Madison Dyson
Energy Officer
energyintern@nunatukavut.ca
(709) 702-8103
Benita Penney
Home Repair Program Officer
bpenney@nunatukavut.ca
(709) 702-7817