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NUNAVUT WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT BOARDMINUTES: MEETING No. 34
IQALUIT, 10-12 DECEMBER 2002 Agenda
Call to Order and Opening Preliminaries Agenda for Regular Meeting No. 34 Financial and Administrative Business Chairperson, Senior Staff, Advisors’ and Members’ Reports
Completion of Assignments and Implementation of Resolutions
Nunavut Wildlife (DSD) Issues and Decisions
Meetings, Workshops and Other Pertinent Events Date and Location of Next Meeting
Tuesday, 10 December 2002
1. Call to Order and Opening Preliminaries
The Chairperson called the 34th Regular Meeting of the NWMB to order at 1:10 pm.
2. Agenda for Regular Meeting No. 34 The Board decided (Resolution 2002- 096) to accept the agenda for the Meeting as presented, with the following changes/additions:
The Chairperson noted that Wednesday morning would be an in-camera session on the draft Nunavut Wildlife Act and that the DOE representative would not be available until Thursday. The Executive Director noted that the current binders contain the regular material along with a section for the NWRT and an In-camera session.
3. Minutes: Review and Approval
3.A. The Board adopted (Resolution 2002- 097) the minutes for Regular Meeting 33, conducted at Ikaluktutiak on 17-19 September, 2002 with minor revisions.
3.B. The Board adopted (Resolution 2002-098) the minutes for Conference Call 63, conducted 01 November 2002 with minor changes.
4. Financial and Administrative Business
4.A Variance Report as at 31 October 2002
Gordon Tomlinson reviewed his October 31, variance report with the members. Gordon noted that the budget is $4,491,279, Expenses to date $3,137,010, Projection to year-end $1,454,490 for a total of $4,627,103 or a variance of $64,176. Gordon reviewed the budget line by line and answered any questions members had on figures. The Members accepted (Resolution 2002-099) the variance report as presented.
Gordon referred members to the Activity Report in the binders, this report was submitted to DIAND as per the funding agreement and is for information only. Jim Noble reminded the members that this item was reviewed during an earlier conference call and that members were promised that this item would be forwarded to the next regular meeting.
4.C Implementation Contract Negotiations: Update
Deferred to in-camera session
5. Chairperson, Senior Staff, Advisors’ and Members’ Reports
The Chairperson referred members to his report in the binder. David Alagalak asked about the item regarding a workshop with Makivik and DFO. Ben advised that this meeting was to update on fisheries issues; Winston Fillatre noted that there was discussion on the beluga problem in Eastern Hudson Bay and Makivik will likely be approaching the Kivalliq or other regions for muktuk this coming summer. Ben also explained that a recovery team will have to establish for the East Hudson Bay Beluga. Robert Moshenko asked Ben about the item on Workshop in Iceland, Ben advised that he would not be attending the meeting but Meeka and Michelle will probably attend.
5.B Executive Director’s Report
The Executive Director referred members to his report.
5.C Wildlife Management Director’s Report
The Director of Wildlife Management referred members to her report. There was one question regarding the Canada-Greenland meeting.
5.D Finance and Administration Director’s Report
The Executive Director referred members to the Director of Finance and Administration’s report.
The Legal Advisor referred members to his report in the binder 5.F Members’ Reports and Concerns
Jim Noble suggested that from now on meeting reports will be included with the staff activity reports.
6. Completion of Assignments and Implementation of Resolutions
The Executive Director referred members to the task list in the binder. Items not completed or ongoing were reviewed with the members.
7. Environment Canada (CWS): Issues and Decisions
Mark Mallory provided a short presentation on his work with the Ivory Gull in the Baffin Region. Mark noted that the Ivory Gull is a small gull found in northern Canada , well know in both north and south Baffin . There are less than 40,000 birds in the world including Russia , Greenland , Canada and Norway . These birds remain in the arctic year round and breed in the high arctic. In winter they spend their time in the pack ice in Davis Strait . Mark noted that Grise Fiord is concerned about a decline in numbers, Mark collected IQ from Arctic Bay , Grise Fiord and Resolute Bay . Grise Fiord and Resolute Bay suggested declining numbers, Arctic Bay had varying opinions. Mark advised that an aerial survey was completed this past summer, they resurveyed locations of colonies from past work and revisited 33 known locations and found 9 new locations. Nests were found on cliffs up to 25 km inland on nunataks in glaciers. The biggest colony found was 19 birds, in the past groups of 25 to 100 were located. The two largest known colonies had no birds. Devon Island was similar with 1600 birds in 1982-84 to 89 birds in 2002. IQ suggests a decline, survey results show the same, no change in habitat was noted. One of the largest declines in avian species in North America and Mark advised that they recommended uplisting this species to Special Concern under COSEWIC. The committee recommended that it was too soon, as there is not enough data yet, recommended a collaborative team to complete a summer ecology study. Kevin McCormick suggested that the Board send a letter to COSEWIC recommending an immediate reassessment of this species. Michael d”Eça noted that the Board can designate a species without COSEWIC. Further discussion followed, it was decided to send a letter to COSEWIC noting the NWMB concern for the species.
Mark Mallory provided a brief background on this borealis subspecies. Approximately 200,000 birds are breeding in the Eastern Canadian Arctic, 40,000 in Greenland . These birds are hunted commercially in Greenland and for subsistence purpose in Canada . Considerable research is being done on this subspecies, it is estimated that the population is declining by 4% per year and that harvest levels need to be reduced by 30% to be sustainable. Mark noted that there is considerable animosity between hunters and scientist in Greenland . Their seasons have been shortened by 4 to 5 months but this is meeting resistance from the hunters and the new regulations may be overturned. The members discussed this topic further, it was decided that a letter should be written to the Greenland Government supporting the regulation change and support for research into the ongoing declines in population.
Mark Mallory provided a brief update on the SARA legislation process. This was a 9 year process, costing close to $45 million over 5 years. The legislation passed in the House October 9, 2002 and was introduced to the Senate on October 10 th . It has since passed second reading and should gain Royal Assent in the first half of 2003. Regulations will have to be finalized prior to final implementation of the bill.
8. Fisheries and Oceans (DFO): Issues and Decisions Karen Ditz introduced Ingrid Anand the new Land Claims Liaison Officer and Martine Giangioppi the new fisheries management technician from the DFO office. 8.A Nunavut Fisheries Regulation Presentation: Decision Winston Fillatre referred members to the briefing note in the binder. Winston noted that the Board approved the draft regulations in principle at the September meeting. Winston advised that we have not heard anything back from Minister’s office (positive or negative), but have now confirmed the committee will have another face to face meeting January 6 to 10 in Ottawa . DFO staff will also meet with Makivik on January 14 to present them with the same draft. 8.B Community Based Narwhal Management System: Update Michelle Wheatley advised that a CBM Working Group had been established and plans are underway to do community reviews in November and January. Each community will get a chance to comment on the system. Michelle noted that Pond Inlet and Arctic Bay were visited in November, Broughton is to be visited in December and Kugaaruk and Naujaat early in the new year. The plan is to spend 2 to 3 days in each community to meet with the HTOs, elders, HTO secretary managers, wildlife officers and hold a public meeting. The review committee will meet after all the consultations are completed to review the results and make a recommendation to the Board.
8.C Walrus Sport Hunts Allocations: Review/Decision Michelle Wheatley reviewed her briefing note with the members. Michelle noted that this item has been moved earlier in the year to allow for better planning by the outfitters. While the new walrus management plan is being developed by the Walrus Working Group, there must be some control and regulation of walrus sport hunts in Nunavut . Accordingly, the NWMB has requested all HTOs and other interested organizations to apply to the NWMB for allocation of sport hunts. Applications were received from three groups. The Board noted that Makivik members were not contacted in time for this meeting and therefore the Board would defer the application of Willie Ketainak (Salluit) to a conference call. The Board approved (Resolution 2002-100) sport hunts for the following:
Conditions on total harvest, assignment, reporting of struck and lost animals and adherence to the hunt plan apply.
Jeff Maurice referred members to the briefing note in the binder. Jeff noted the Hudson Bay Working Group has met three times to date. The group last met in September and is now scheduled to meet again March 4-6. Jeff noted that the Baffin Issues Scan is the item on agenda for the Oceans Program. A working group will have to be formed for the Baffin . Robert Moshenko asked who is involved in the WHB Working Group. Jeff replied that the Federal and Territorial Governments are represented, IPGs, Local DIOs, RWOs and HTOs, he noted that 35 to 40 participants attended the September Churchill meeting.
Ingrid Anand referred members to the briefing note in the binder. Some of the issues include Nanisivik mine closure; Polaris mine decommissioning; Doris Hinge Gold mine; Isok Lake mine. David Alagalak ask about the road project and how far along it had progressed. Michael d’Eça questioned why DSD was not involved regarding jurisdictional uncertainties on terrestrial wildlife. Ingrid suggested that DSD could be questioned on this during their presentation.
Winston Fillatre provided a brief update on the OA fishery, he noted that 3534 MT were caught last year. Cumberland Sound Fisheries caught their 750 MT in OB , BFC caught approximately 650 MT of shrimp in the inshore test fishery. Michelle Wheatley noted that the Minister of DFO had accepted the IPAC report and that a new Shrimp Management Plan was expected the first week of December. Michelle noted that there was one concern with the shrimp quotas, as the Minister announced in a press release that there would be no increase in shrimp quotas and subsequently the DFO office in Ottawa announced an increase without consulting with the NWMB. It seems likely that there will now be a further increase in quota in 2003. Michelle noted that the Minister had indicated to the NWMB that Canadianization of 0A fishery must occur by 2003. BFC has advised that this is not possible because there are not the Canadian vessels available to fish this quota. Michelle noted that the 0A quota is likely to move from 4000 to 8000 MT this coming year and that the majority of this quota should come to Nunavut , Michelle also suggested that Nunavut should ask for the full increase in shrimp. It was also recommended that the Board ask for more time for Canadianization. Winston noted that DFO Ottawa can adjust the Shrimp Management Plan up or down during the life of the plan and that is what occurred with the increase in shrimp, DFO claims the NWMB was informed and did not respond.
8.G Community Fisheries Management Plan: Update
Leesee Papatsie referred members to her briefing note in the binder. Leesee noted that this past year they established locations where fishing has been conducted in the past. This year the Pangnirtung HTA established a priorities list where they wanted sampling done in coordination with DFO. Leesee noted that samples were taken but that the otoliths had not been aged yet. Robert Moshenko asked what the purpose of the management plan was. Leesee advised that this was to give Pangnirtung more management tools so that they could better manage their fishery. Karen Ditz explained that DFO is using Pangnirtung as a pilot project and hope to be able to apply this format to all of Nunavut . Pangnirtung is the most active community and it has proven very time consuming trying to ensure accurate information. Leesee noted that Pangnirtung HTA is going to form a small committee to deal with charr and turbot fisheries. Michael d’Eça noted that the Harvest Study report will be coming out shortly which will start the TAH/BNL/surplus system. The Board will need to look at water bodies close to communties or fished heavily and this type of information will be invaluable.
8. H Fisheries Quota Request: Various
Karen Ditz reviewed a request from Chesterfield Inlet for an increase in Fish Bay from 10,000 to 20,000 pounds. Karen noted that this same request was made earlier and the NWMB had suggested that too large an increase was not acceptable and approved a modest increase of 6000 kg for a period of three years. Karen suggested that no new information has been received on this stock and therefore recommends the same quota for this area and that Chesterfield Inlet HTA be encouraged to apply for study funds to monitor the stock. The Board approved ( Resolution 2002-104) an increase from 4550 kg to 6000 kg and a note that Chesterfield be encourage to apply to NWMB Study Funds to monitor local stocks of charr. A second request for re-opening a closed Pangnirtung fishery was deferred to the next meeting for further clarification.
Karen Ditz reviewed her briefing note with the members. Karen advised that she is on the recovery team for wolfish. This problem could potentially affect the offshore fishery in Davis Strait . One possible measure would be to enforce release of wolffish bycatch rather than the current harvesting practice. Karen noted that when there are recommendations on certain measures, these will be brought to the Board for approval. Karen noted that a draft Recovery Strategy document will be brought to the Board as soon as it is released. Members discussed this item; Robert Moshenko requested that there be a meeting with DFO HQ to help the members understand the turbot and shrimp fishery.
9. Nunavut Wildlife (DSD) Issues and Decisions
Stephen Atkinson provided a brief review of the status of the new Nunavut Wildlife Act. Stephen noted that the deadline for delivering the act is the end of January as they want to complete it before end of the current government. Stephen noted that there has been difficulty in getting the consultation report completed; a public document will be released on how the issues are being dealt with. He suggested that there is possibility of continuing the working group structure for development of the regulations before the act is completed.
Stephen gave a brief update on decentralization activities. The Wildlife Division HQ has been decentralized to Igloolik, one person is already moved. Have some office space and are looking at utilizing the Igloolik Research Centre. All staff have received notice and the move will occur in next 3 to 6 months. The Department has a high vacancy rate and this is likely to increase. Trying to maintain services and programs is difficult and will cause problems. Members asked Stephen several questions on this plan, it was noted that there may be impacts on the NWMB from this move.
9.C Arviq HTA’s Request for White Island Caribou Quota Stephen Atkinson noted that caribou were extirpated on Southampton Island and reintroduced in 1967. White Island has always been considered part of the Southampton Island system. Numbers have increased rapidly and the Department is trying to use harvesting as a management tool. Repulse Bay now wants to sport hunt for caribou on White Island itself but there is some opposition from Coral Harbour . The government recommends that the 80 sport tags should come from the 6000 commercial quota. There was some discussion regarding the dispute between the two communities. The Board decided (Resolution 2002-105) to approve a quota of 80 caribou for sport hunting on White Island for the use of Repulse Bay HTA. This is a provisional decision until the Wildlife Act is established.
9.D Kivalliq Muskox Quota: Decision Stephen Atkinson reviewed the briefing note with the members. The recommendation of the Department is for the Board to approve the creation of two temporary management zones MX/21A and MX/21B with quotas of 7 and 1 respectively. It is further recommended that the Board approve increases in the quotas of MX/20 and MX/21 to new levels of 25 and 52 tags respectively. Following this the KWB will be asked to identify agreed allocations of the available quota (for each of the zones listed above) amongst the communities of the Kivalliq Region. Members had numerous questions. Stephen noted that it was his understanding that the communities were consulted and had approved the boundaries. The idea is to not impede the advancing edge of animals into new locations. The Board decided (Resolution 2002-106) to approve the creation of two temporary management zones MX/21A and MX/21B with quotas of 7 and 1 muskox respectively and the increase of muskox quotas in management zones MX/20 and MX/21 to 25 and 52 respectively. Further that the KWB be requested to identify an agreed allocation for each community for each of the zones listed above.
9. D.1 King William Island MX/22 Quota Increase: Decision
Stephen reviewed his briefing note with the members. Stephen noted that 10% of King William had been surveyed and in 1990 a quota of 5 tags was given to Gjoa Haven. Recent IQ information suggests that the numbers are steadily increasing. An IQ ground based survey was conducted in 2000/01 at this time there was a 30% coverage and an estimate of approximately 137 animals were sighted. Gjoa Haven is now requesting an increase from 5 to 8 tags. DSD has no concern, these are preliminary estimates, but the Department is willing to recommend a small increase in quota. The Board decided (Resolution 2002-107) to approve a increase from 5 to 8 tags for muskox in Zone MX/22 ( King William Island ).
9.E Polar Bear MOU Working Group: Update Stephen Atkinson advised that the MOU Working Group is to begin its tour schedule in January 2003. Stephen expects there to be increased pressure to decrease various populations. Risk Management concept is to be introduced and discussion on maximum sustained yields. There is a need to be less risky, in the past we have pushed for maximum yield, possibly this needs to be reviewed. Stephen noted that they would like to have the MOUs signed and in place by August 2003 if possible. They will start in the Kitikmeot Region and see how the process works. Stephen noted that the US Fish and Wildlife Service recently asked if Nunavut will be moving to a risk management level, he also mentioned that DSD has requested approval for US export of Gulf of Boothia polar bear. Harry Flaherty asked if DSD is looking at new methods of basing population estimates. Stephen noted that the Department is interested in estimating the total population available for harvesting and then letting the RWOs assign numbers to the communities. They would also like to see RWOs given more authority to look after the credit system. Michael d’Eça noted that these ideas are good in theory, but the HTOs and RWOs are not being offered any further financial assistance to take on all these new tasks. Further discussion followed on this project; this was an information item only.
9.F Gulf of Boothia Polar Bear Tags: Decision
Item deferred
9.G M’Clintock Channel Polar Bear: Update
Item deferred
10. NWMB Internal Items: Issues / Decisions
10.A Nunavut Wildlife Harvest Study: Update
Heather Priest reviewed her briefing note with the Board. Heather advised that the 5-year Preliminary Report was sent out to all the communities. She noted that she had attended the two Wildlife Symposiums (Baffin and Kivalliq) and that all data basis have been scanned and put in electronic format. Heather noted that she has developed an index for the final report and several sections are already drafted or in the process of drafting, these include: • Introduction • Study History • Methods • Harvest Data Outstanding items include • Abstract • Discussion Paper • References • Appendices
Heather noted that the biggest section will be the “Discussion Section.” The Technical Advisory Committee and Harvest Study Committee did not work out well. Peter Usher was contracted to assist with analysis of Harvest Study. Peter has determined that there will need to be a two phase approach:
Heather advised that community tours will be starting soon, numbers in the study will have to reviewed by the communities and any questions responded to. Consultation will occur with both the HTOs and Public.
10.B Live Capture Policy: Update
Michelle Wheatley reviewed her briefing note and provided a Power Point presentation to the members. Michelle noted that the questions asked communities included:
Michelle provided a short summary of the responses for the RWOs and HTOs. Michelle noted that NTI is concerned about this process and want to ensure all economic opportunity is provided to these organizations. Michelle further noted that she had attended the Baffin Wildlife Symposium and Heather had made the same presentation at the Kivalliq Symposium, Michelle noted that the hope is that the communities or WPAC will meet on this a come to some decision. It was suggested that Michael d’Eça should complete a briefing note regarding jurisdiction in development of this policy. This item will require further work. 10.C Decision on NWMB Representation on WKSS
Item moved to in camera session.
10.D NWMB Role in Permitting Review: Decision
Item deferred.
11. NTI Wildlife Division: Issues / Decisions
11.A Nunavut Wildlife Act: Update
Item deferred
11.B Wildlife Symposium: Update
Item deferred
12. Applications for Fuding: Reviews / Decisions 12.A. NWRT and Study Fund: Update 14. Meetings, Workshops and Other Pertinent Events 14.A Past Events: Reports and Briefings 14.B Upcoming Events: Review and Participation Note: items 12 through 14.B were deferred due to poor weather conditions. Note: The following resolutions were from an in camera session, Friday, December 13, 2002 :
The Board decided (Resolution 2002-108) to approve the NWMB Legal Advisor’s recommendations concerning Draft No.6 of the Nunavut Wildlife Act.
The Board decided (Resolution 2002-109) to direct the Executive Director to proceed with advertising for the position of Fisheries Advisor for the NWMB in early January.
The Board decided (Resolution 2002-110) to give a Christmas gift to each Board member and staff in recognition of their accomplishments during the past year.
15. Date and Location of Next Meeting
The Board decided (Resolution 2002-111) to conduct its next (35th) Regular Meeting in Rankin Inlet the week of March 31, 2003
The Chairman thanked members, translators and NWMB staff for their work in preparation for and at the meeting. The 34th Meeting of the NWMB was adjourned. (Resolution 2002-112)
Minutes Approved by: _______________________ ____________________ Chairperson Date
NUNAVUT WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT BOARDRESOLUTIONS : MEETING No. 34IQALUIT, 10-12 DECEMBER 2002 Resolution 2002- 096: Resolved that the NWMB accept the agenda for Meeting No. 34 as presented, with the following additions:
Moved by David Alagalak Seconded by Harry Flaherty Carried Date: 10 December 2002 Resolution 2002- 097: Resolved that the NWMB adopt the minutes for Meeting No. 33 conducted at Ikaluktutiak on 17-19 September 2002, with noted changes. Moved by Nick Amautinuar Seconded by Robert Moshenko Carried Date: 10 December 2002
Resolution 2002- 098: Resolved that the NWMB adopt the minutes for Conference Call No. 63 as presented. Moved by David Alagalak Seconded by Harry Flaherty Carried Date: 10 December 2002
Resolution 2002-099: Resolved that the NWMB accept the Financial/Variance Report for the period ending 30 November 2002 as presented. Moved by Robert Moshenko Seconded by Moses Koonoo Carried Date: 10 December 2002 Resolution 2002-100 : Resolved that the NWMB approve fifteen walrus sport hunts for the Igloolik Hunters and Trappers Association for the 2003 hunting season, subject to the following conditions: • That the total walrus harvest at Igloolik in 2003 not exceed the average annual harvest by the community over the last 5 years; • That the allocation of the right
to sport-hunt each walrus be made by way of an assignment, executed in
writing; Moved by Moses Koonoo Seconded by Robert Moshenko Carried 10 December 2002
Resolution 2002-101: Resolved that the NWMB approve ten walrus sport hunts for the Hall Beach Hunters and Trappers Association for the 2003 hunting season, subject to the following conditions: • That the total walrus harvest at Igloolik in 2003 not exceed the average annual harvest by the community over the last 5 years; • That the allocation of the right to sport-hunt each walrus be
made by way of an assignment, executed in writing; Moved by Moses Koonoo Seconded by Robert Moshenko Carried Date: 10 December 2002Resolution 2002- 102: Resolved that the NWMB go in camera. Moved by Robert Moshenko Seconded by Moses Koonoo Carried Date: 11 December 2002 Resolution 2002- 103: Resolved that the NWMB come out of camera. Moved by David Alagalak Seconded by Harry Flaherty Carried Date: 11 December 2002 Resolution 2002-104: Resolved that NWMB approve an increase in the arctic charr quota for Chesterfield Inlet ( Fish Bay ) from 4550 kg to 6000 kg and that the Chesterfield Inlet HTA be encouraged to apply for NWMB Study Funds to monitor local stocks of arctic charr. Moved by David Alagalak Seconded by Moses Koonoo Carried Date: 11 December 2002 Resolution 2002-105: Resolved that the NWMB approve a quota of 80 caribou for sport hunting for Southampton Island/White Island for use by the Repulse Bay HTA Moved by Moses Koonoo Seconded by David Alagalak Carried Date: 11 December 2002
Resolution 2002-106: Resolved that the NWMB approve the creation of two temporary management zones MX/21A and MX21B with quotas of 7 and 1 muskox respectively and the increased of the muskox quota in management zones MX/20 and MX21 to 25 and 52 respectively. Further that the KWB be requested to identify an agreed allocation for each community for each of the zones listed above. Moved by Harry Flaherty Seconded by Nick Amautinuar Two abstentions: Robert Moshenko , David Alagalak Carried Date: 11 December 2002
Resolution 2002-107: Resolved that the NWMB approve a quota increase from 5 to 8 tags for muskox in management zone MX/22 ( King William Island ) for the Gjoa Haven HTA. Moved by David Alagalak Seconded by Moses Koonoo One opposed: Robert Moshenko Carried Date: 11 December 2002
Resolution 2002-108: Resolved that the NWMB approve the NWMB Legal Advisor’s recommendations concerning Draft No.6 of the Nunavut Wildlife Act and direct the Legal Advisor to draft a letter to the Minister of DSD with the following: • Indication of the need for full consultations Moved by Nick Amautinuar Seconded by David Aglagalak Carried Date: 12 December 2002
Resolution 2002-109: Resolved that the NWMB request the Executive Director to proceed with advertising for the position of Fisheries Advisor for the NWMB for early January. Moved by Harry Flaherty Seconded by David Alagalak Carried Date: 12 December 2002
Resolution 2002-110: Resolved that the NWMB give a Christmas gift to each Board member and staff in recognition of their accomplishments during the past year. Moved by David Alagalak Seconded by Nick Amautinuar Carried Date: 12 December 2002
Resolution 2002-111: Resolved that the next Board meeting (35 th ) be conducted in Rankin Inlet the week of March 31, 2003 . Moved by David Alagalak Seconded by Nick Amautinuar Carried Date: 12 December 2002
Resolution 2002-112: Resolved that the 34 th Meeting of the NWMB be closed. Moved by Nick Amautinuar Seconded by Harry Flaherty Carried Date: 12 December 2002
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