The new Qikiqtani General Hospital (QGH) in Iqaluit was officially opened in October 2007.

Salary + Bonuses

Nurse compensation is detailed in the provisions of the Collective Agreement between the Government of Nunavut and the Nunavut Employees Union. The current contract was ratified in July 2008.

Nunavut Nurses Base Salary:

$77,532 - $115,616

Northern Allowance:

$15,106 - $34,555

Annual Special Allowance:

$9,000 - $19,500

Signing Bonus:

$5,000 on signing,
$5,000 at 18 months
$10,000 at 30 months

Monthly Retention Bonus:

0-5 years of service=$375 per month
5-10 years of service=$400 per month
10-15 years of service=$450 per month
15-20 years of service=$500 per month
20+ years of service=$550 per month

Mentorship Allowance:

$500 per month to provide mentoring to recent graduates.

Professional Development:

$3,000 to $6,330 annually, depending on home community location, towards the cost of conferences and professional development courses.