The Ilaujuq program is a joint Makivik Corporation and Air Inuit initiative created to make air travel more accessible for the Inuit of Nunavik. It offers reduced rates for beneficiaries of the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement whose work or lifestyle requires them to frequently travel between communities.
Under the Ilaujuq program, Inuit beneficiaries of Nunavik are granted 4 certificates per year, valid for a 70% rebate on either round-trip airline tickets or the shipment of certain types of commodities.
This program aims not only to provide financial assistance, but also to preserve the integrity of the culture and lifestyle by connecting the Inuit community and increasing their future prospects through travel.
The Ilaujuq campaign for 2024-2025 is available as of October 1. For the Inuit of Nunavik, 4 certificates at 70% discount for a maximum of 900$, all taxes included, are available. For the Inuit of Sanikiluaq, 1 certificate at 50% discount for a maximum of 900$, all taxes included, is offered. All certificates will be valid for return travel only, no more one-way travel will be possible.
As of August 6 2025, following the implementation of our daily flight between Montréal and Kuujjuaq, certain changes will come in effect for the 2024-2025 Ilaujuq campaign.
The Ilaujuq program entitles the eligible beneficiary, for the validity period ranging from October 1, to September 30, to the following:
As of August 6, 2025, when using an Ilaujuq ticket, baggage allowance is increased for some aircraft type.
On 737 flights– passengers are allowed 60kg.*
On King Air flights – passengers are allowed 30kg.
On Dash and Twin Otter flights – the regular allowance of 30kg remains.
* In the event that a passenger connects from a 737 flight to a turboprop flight (Dash-8, Twin Otter or King Air) the baggage allowance on that turboprop flight is 30kg.
The Ilaujuq program entitles the eligible beneficiary, for the validity period ranging from October 1, to September 30, to the following:
The Ilaujuq program is a Partnership between
For more information about the Ilaujuq program, please contact Air Inuit customer service.
For information on the KRG Airfare Reduction Program, please click here.
The Ilaujuq program is managed electronically. Make sure to have your Beneficiary number on hand when you contact us.
Tickets
· Contact our Reservations team at 1 800 361-2965.
· Mention you want to travel under the Ilaujuq program.
Cargo
· Contact your Cargo Agent to make your shipping arrangements.
· The cargo agent will verify the validity of your online certificate; once the validity of a certificate is confirmed, the reduced rate will be applied.
There are two ways to verify the status of your certificates.