CBCL Recognized with RPIC Award for Excellence
CBCL and Canadrill along with DFO and PSPC has received a 2026 RPIC Award for Excellence for the Clyde River Harbour Development in Nunavut, recognized in the category of Excellence in Investment and Project Management.
Delivered in partnership with Canadrill and Fisheries and Oceans Canada – Small Craft Harbours, the project created a reliable, climate-resilient harbour that will provide lasting benefits to the community. The new infrastructure offers safer shelter for boats, improves sealift operations, and supports dependable access to essential supplies, including food, fuel, and construction materials.
The harbour also supports subsistence hunting and fishing, which are central to food security and cultural continuity in Clyde River. Designed for a 50-year service life, its fixed wharf, breakwaters, access roads, and launching facilities will help strengthen community safety and resilience for decades to come.
Community and Indigenous participation were central to the project. Engagement took place in English and Inuktitut, while community and Inuit knowledge informed environmental assessments, modelling, and construction planning. The project also created local employment and training opportunities, helping to build capacity within the community beyond construction.
The project was also delivered on schedule and within 1% of the final construction award, despite short Arctic construction seasons, permafrost conditions, COVID-19 disruptions, and global supply chain volatility. This success reflects disciplined project controls, proactive risk management, and close coordination among Fisheries and Oceans Canada – Small Craft Harbours, PSPC, the consultant team, and the contractor.
This award recognizes more than a well-managed investment and an important infrastructure achievement. It celebrates a project that has improved marine safety, strengthened economic opportunities, and supported a more connected and resilient future for Clyde River.
