NunatuKavut Community Council (NCC) President Todd Russell today issued the following statement in response to the 25% tariff that may be levied on Canadian goods by United States President Trump:
“NCC understands the pervasive threat that is facing all Canadians as a result of the potential tariff.
NunatuKavut is our homeland and it is rich in many natural resources. It holds some of the greatest energy assets in the world on the Churchill River, once called the Eskimo River. It has great quantities of critical minerals and is home to the Royal Canadian Air Force Base, 5 Wing Goose Bay. 5 Wing Goose Bay is a world-class facility that is once again at the forefront of Canadian and Arctic sovereignty.
From a geopolitical perspective, our lands and resources are vitally important. As such, NCC has a massive role in energy and Arctic sovereignty. The tariff will have a considerable impact on advancing these important priorities. It will also have a deep impact on our economy and communities. The imposition of a tariff will mean a difficult period for many. It will exacerbate heat and food insecurities, among other impacts. I know, however, that the citizens of NunatuKavut are resilient and adaptive. I know that our strong Inuit traditions and culture and living from the land will be a great source of strength if the tariff is implemented.
NCC is ready to work with all levels of government on solutions that will ensure our people and communities, our resources, our businesses and our economy are safeguarded. Our homelands are becoming increasingly pivotal to the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, to Canada and other parts of the world, like the United States. We will do all we can to protect the rights, interests and well-being of NunatuKavut Inuit.
We stand with Canada and all Canadians against damaging and harmful US tariffs. Working together, we will get through this. We are indeed stronger together.”
About: The NunatuKavut Community Council (NCC) is a governing organization that represents the rights and interests of Inuit who come from south and central Labrador. NCC is committed to advancing section 35 rights, and the interests and priorities of NunatuKavut Inuit. Rooted in the rich traditions and culture of NunatuKavut Inuit, NCC works diligently towards self-government and self-determination, while fostering community growth and sustainability.
NCC has made many significant steps in achieving recognition with the Courts and various commissions, federal and provincial governments, and the United Nations.
To learn more about NCC and NunatuKavut Inuit, please visit our website at www.nunatukavut.ca and we invite you to check out our “Our Story” page which helps tell our story. Please also join in the conversation at facebook.com/nunatukavut, X/Twitter @nunatukavut and Instagram @nunatukavutinuit.
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