Cargo Delays Led to Empty Shelves in Iqaluit Stores

Qikiqtaaluk communities have been suffering from delayed cargo flights, which left shelves bare at grocery stores in Iqaluit for several days last week, according to CBC Canada. 

Duane Wilson, vice-president of stakeholder relations for Arctic Co-operatives Ltd said there are no issues with securing the supply of food, but there have been issues getting shipments from Ottawa to Baffin communities. 

Nunavut Premier P.J. Akeeagok said weather has impacted cargo operations and the government is supporting the airlines.