What We Do

KIA is a “Regional Inuit Organization” (RIO), which represents the interests of all Inuit living in the Kivalliq Region, administers and monitors certain provisions of the Nunavut Final Agreement in the Kivalliq Region.

The KIA mission is to represent, in a fair and democratic manner, Inuit of the Kivalliq Region in the development, protection, administration and advancement of their rights and benefits as indigenous people. KIA promotes economic, social, political and cultural well-being through succeeding generations.

KIA goals to fulfill its mission:

To preserve Inuit heritage, culture and language.
To manage Inuit owned lands in the region and provide information to and consult with land claims beneficiaries on land use.
To protect Arctic Wildlife and the environment, thereby preserving traditional uses for current and future generations.
To assist Inuit in the Kivalliq region in training and preparation for a Nunavut Territory.