"To ensure that the marine zone covered by the Labrador Inuit Land Claims Agreement is both protected and developed sustainably, the Statement of Intent that was signed means the governments will work together to explore new solutions - like Indigenous Protected Areas - in order to maintain healthy oceans and healthy coastal communities. With this partnership a major step is being taken in the right direction to build a legacy for future generations and ensure long lasting benefits for Inuit..."
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"Our Government is proud of this historic partnership with the Nunatsiavut Government, the 'Imappivut' initiative, to protect the ocean in Northern Labrador. Together, we will not only help protect a region feeling the very real impacts of climate change - but through environmental stewardship, training, and employment - will provide economic opportunities for Inuit communities along the coast. Both governments understand we can protect the environment while strengthening the economy."
The Honourable Catherine McKenna Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada
"The Imappivut initiative is about recognizing Labrador Inuit connection, knowledge and rights to our ocean. It is about respecting our history and current needs by partnering with the Government of Canada to develop a management plan that ultimately improves the lives of those who depend on the water and the ecosystem itself. We look forward to starting this process by gathering information from Nunatsiavummiut for the management plan and working with the Government of Canada and other stakeholders to realize the expectations and interests that Labrador Inuit have for how the ocean is managed."
Johannes Lampe President, Nunatsiavut Government
"Meaningful collaboration with Indigenous communities is key to protecting Canada's three oceans. By signing this Statement of Intent, our government is recognizing the important contribution Indigenous communities can make to protect our oceans and our commitment to working closely with the Nunatsiavut Kavamanga on marine conservation and sustainable management in the Labrador region." The Honourable Dominic LeBlancMinister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard
