Makivik Corporation

Makivik Corporation is the legal representative of the Inuit of Nunavik, established in 1978 following the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement. The corporation manages the compensation funds from the agreement and invests in a wide range of industries to promote the economic and social development of the Nunavik region. Its major holdings include Air Inuit, Canadian North, and various shipping and construction firms. Additionally, Makivik operates the Nunavik Research Centre, which conducts environmental and biological research focused on wildlife health and food safety for Inuit communities. While it engages in scientific monitoring and community health advocacy, it is not a pharmaceutical or biotechnology company focused on drug development. The organization remains a central pillar of the Nunavik economy, reinvesting profits into community programs and infrastructure.