CBC North covered a wide range of stories in 2025, spanning from breaking news to political events, crime reports, community highlights, and more in Nunavik. The region saw significant developments, emergencies, voting challenges, and notable milestones during the year.
One major story was the 50th anniversary of the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement (JBNQA). Initially met with resistance from Cree and Inuit communities due to concerns over their traditional way of life, the agreement signed in 1975 granted them more autonomy in education, healthcare, and economic development. However, it required them to relinquish rights to the majority of their traditional lands.
Puvirnituq faced a water crisis when its pipeline froze, leading to restricted water access and unsanitary conditions, forcing the closure of the hospital. The village declared a state of emergency due to the situation.
In response to a surge in tuberculosis cases, all 14 mayors in Nunavik called for a public health emergency, citing systemic racism in health policies and inadequate resources. They criticized the lack of qualified staff, high turnover rates, and insufficient health resources for tuberculosis.
During the federal election in April, several Nunavik villages experienced early closure or lack of voting services, disenfranchising many residents. Elections Canada attributed the issues to weather disruptions and recruitment challenges, leaving some feeling marginalized and denied their voting rights.
Nunavik also made a significant decision to permanently switch to daylight time, eliminating seasonal clock changes. While some worry about potential challenges, others in regions already on permanent daylight time have expressed satisfaction with the change.