# Partnership between nine Innu communities and Boralex on traditional territory (Nitassinan) of the Uashat mak Mani-utenam First NationEnglish

- Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2023/03/a-200-mw-wind-apuiat-project-community/
- Published: 2023-03-28T21:43:38-04:00
- Author: greenlivingguy

NEWS PROVIDED BY [**Indigenous Services Canada **](https://prnmedia.prnewswire.com/news/indigenous-services-canada/)

## Mar 20, 2023, 11:50 ET

UASHAT MAK MANI-UTENAM, QC, March 20, 2023 /CNW/ – Today, the Innu communities of
Ekuanitshit, Essipit, Pessamit, the Pekuakamiulnuatsh First Nation, Pakua Shipi,
Uashat mak Mani-utenam, Matimekush-Lac John, Nutashkuan, and Unamen Shipu, under
the umbrella of the Société en commandite Apuiat (S.E.C. Apuiat) in collaboration
with Boralex and with the contribution of Indigenous Services Canada. For they announced
the development of a major 200-MW wind farm. So the Apuiat project will be located
on the public land of the traditional territory (Nitassinan) of the Uashat mak Mani-
utenam First Nation.

### Long-Term

This large wind farm project will also create a long-term clean energy source. Especially
to generate [sustainable economic and social benefits for Innu](https://greenlivingguy.com/2025/12/community-cooling-centers-provide-essential-relief/)
communities. In addition, nearly 300 jobs will become available during the construction
phase. That’s along with approximately 10 permanent jobs for the wind farm’s operations.

![Apuiat project Wind](https://i0.wp.com/greenlivingguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/
12/karyatid-6LBfUfOyjrE-unsplash.jpg?resize=300%2C200&quality=52&ssl=1)

Wind turbines

Thanks to Indigenous Services Canada’s [Community Opportunity Readiness Program](https://greenlivingguy.com/2025/12/community-solar-programs-explained-in-under-3-minutes/)(
CORP).

For the S.E.C. Apuiat received a contribution of $3 million to support its financial
involvement in the [wind farm project](https://greenlivingguy.com/2025/10/wind-turbine-community-project-in-rock-port-missouri/).
The Innu communities and [Boralex](https://greenlivingguy.com/2025/10/wind-turbine-community-project-in-rock-port-missouri/)
each hold 50% of the votes on the Apuiat Wind Farm’s Board of Directors.

Today’s announcement demonstrates the Government of Canada’s commitment to supporting
[Indigenous communities](https://greenlivingguy.com/2019/08/solar-energy-moves-indigenous-communities-toward-a-renewable-future/)
in their economic prosperity.

**Quotes**

“The Innu First Nation of Uashat mak Mani-utenam is proud to welcome the Nation’s
first major project on its Nitassinan. Apuiat is a first in terms of direct participation
in a major project. For many lessons have already been learned. We are ready to 
consider the Nation’s future projects. So we thank the Government of [Canada](https://greenlivingguy.com/2017/12/government-of-canada-announces-new-funding-for-energy-efficiency-and-climate-action-in-six-provinces/)
for recognizing and taking part in its funding.

### Chief Mike Mckenzie ⏎ Uashat mak Mani-utenam

“The Pekuakamiulnuatsh First Nation is proud to be able to continue developing its
energy sector as part of the Nation’s project. After investments in small hydroelectric
power projects and as a minority investor in a wind project, Apuiat allows us to
take a step forward and see a future where no option can be rejected outright.”

#### Chief Gilbert Dominique ⏎ Mashteuiatsh

#### **Quick facts**

 1. S.E.C. Apuiat has chosen to partner with Boralex, a [major player in renewable energies](https://greenlivingguy.com/2010/09/public-private-partnership-to-make-major-u-s-city-energy-efficient/),
    based in Kingsey Falls, Quebec, specializing in four sectors of activities: wind,
    solar, hydroelectric, and storage.
 2. The nine Innu communities and Boralex each hold 50% of the votes on the Apuiat 
    Wind Farm’s Board of Directors.
 3. The Community Opportunities Readiness Program [provides project-based funding to First Nation](https://greenlivingguy.com/2011/04/national-geographic-kids-celebrates-earth-day/)
    and Inuit communities for a range of activities to support communities’ pursuit
    of economic opportunities.

**Associated links**

 * [The Apuiat Project](https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3814437-1&h=157007984&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apuiat.com%2Ffr%2Fa-propos&a=The+Apuiat+Project)[
   available in French only]
 * [Community Opportunity Readiness](https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3814437-1&h=3712339963&u=https%3A%2F%2Fsac-isc.gc.ca%2Feng%2F1587563567774%2F1587563589262&a=Community+Opportunity+Readiness)

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