Airport infrastructure is vital to life in Nunavut. The air transportation and operations supported by the project provide a critical economic and social link for Iqaluit and all of Nunavut. The Iqaluit International Airport is the first airport infrastructure project in North America to use a public-private partnership model.
The history and beauty of Canada’s north is reflected throughout the terminal building. Inuit culture, sculpture, tapestries, and two-dimensional artwork are given place of pride throughout the building. A reproduction of Kenojuak Ashevak’s iconic “The Enchanted Owl” adorns the main hall. These reflections of Nunavut society and its economy great every traveler.
The architectural features of the terminal building reflect the Nunavut landscape and its culture. The dramatic roof line and vivid exterior colour are culturally consistent with the community. The innovative roof and wind-scoop design prevents the build-up of snow and redirects it away from building entry points.
Thermosyphon technology, a passive refrigeration, is used to prevent heat from reaching the permafrost and adversely affecting the building foundation. The design of the building reflects the arctic landscape and culture. Passenger processing functions on a single level minimize travel distances.
Airport infrastructure is vital to life in Nunavut. The air transportation and operations supported by the project provide a critical economic and social link for Iqaluit and all of Nunavut. The Iqaluit International Airport is the first airport infrastructure project in North America to use a public-private partnership model.
The history and beauty of Canada’s north is reflected throughout the terminal building. Inuit culture, sculpture, tapestries, and two-dimensional artwork are given place of pride throughout the building. A reproduction of Kenojuak Ashevak’s iconic “The Enchanted Owl” adorns the main hall. These reflections of Nunavut society and its economy great every traveler.
The architectural features of the terminal building reflect the Nunavut landscape and its culture. The dramatic roof line and vivid exterior colour are culturally consistent with the community. The innovative roof and wind-scoop design prevents the build-up of snow and redirects it away from building entry points.
Thermosyphon technology, a passive refrigeration, is used to prevent heat from reaching the permafrost and adversely affecting the building foundation. The design of the building reflects the arctic landscape and culture. Passenger processing functions on a single level minimize travel distances.
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City
Iqaluit, NU
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Completion Date
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Square Footage
146,000sqft
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Status
Operational
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Value
$418,900,000
About the Iqaluit International Airport Project
The airport project included the design and construction of a new air terminal building and combined services building, the repaving and expansion of the runway, taxiway and apron, and the enhancement of roadways and lighting systems. The new airport facility opened in December 2017, with the 30-year project concession period concluding in 2047.
The Iqaluit International Airport project utilizes a public-private partnership model with the Government of Nunavut and has an original contract value of $418.9 million.
Located in the capital of Canada’s Nunavut Territory, the Iqaluit International Airport serves as a major gateway to the north, with scheduled passenger service from Ottawa, Montreal, Rankin Inlet, Kuujjuaq and other smaller communities throughout eastern Nunavut.
Canadian Council for Public-Private Partnerships (CCPPP) Gold Award recipient in the Infrastructure category of the 2017 National Awards for Innovation and Excellence in Public-Private Partnerships (P3s)
Concert Infrastructure's Involvement
In April 2019, Concert Infrastructure acquired a 99.8% interest in Arctic Infrastructure Limited Partnership—the project company responsible for the improvement, operation, and ongoing maintenance of the airport.
About Concert Infrastructure
Concert Infrastructure was founded in 2010 to partner with governments and invest in, develop and manage critical public infrastructure that strengthens the economic and social fabric of Canadian communities, while providing stable financial returns for our Canadian union and management pension plan unitholders.
The company has directly invested in and manages 12 public-private partnership (P3) infrastructure projects across four provinces and one territory in Canada, along with two investments in global infrastructure portfolios, resulting in an aggregate portfolio capitalization of $3.8 billion.