Nunavut teachers will receive a 15 per cent wage increase over three years after a new collective agreement was ratified by the Teachers’ Association and the Government of Nunavut (GN).
The agreement comes into effect on July 1 and runs until June 30, 2028. It contains provisions that include eligibility for a continuous service bonus in line with GN employees.
The agreement also enhances the Inuktut language allowance, which promotes language revitalization and cultural preservation in the education system.
Justin Matchett, president of the Nunavut Teachers’ Association (NTA), said in a June 5 news release that the ratification of the agreement is a “recognition of our mutual respect for their role.”
“The agreement recognizes the unique challenges our educators face and provides them with the support they need to continue delivering quality education to students across the territory.”
Education Minister Pamela Hakongak Gross said the agreement helps to ensure teachers have the support they need for continued success.
“By strengthening compensation, enhancing language support and recognizing long-term service, we’re investing in the people at the heart of our schools,” she said.
Minister of Human Resources David Akeeagok said the GN recognizes the “professionalism and dedication” of the association and teachers' commitment to building a “resilient, high-quality learning environment for all students.”
“The successful ratification of this agreement is an important step forward and reflects our shared commitment to supporting teachers and, in turn, strengthening education in Nunavut,” stated Akeeagok.
The NTA, with an office located in Iqaluit, is the negotiating and representative organization for teachers and administrators in Nunavut’s kindergarten to Grade 12 education system.
It has approximately 900 members within six regions of Nunavut: North, Central, and South Qikiqtani; North and South Kivalliq; and the Kitikmeot.
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