Last Update: 6/18/2024

This guide contains essential information to ensure that you are prepared for your first trip to site. Please read through to the end of the document. If you require more information, contact your supervisor.


Video

The following videos will guide you through your first day, from your departure location to your arrival on site. It is still however important to read through the entirety of this travel guide to have the most updated information.

Departure from Hub
Arrival at Camp

Logistics

TRAVELING FROM RANKIN INLET TO MELIADINE (daily ride)

Every Wednesday

  • From Rankin Inlet to site
    Check-in at the waiting room from 6:45 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.

    Bus departure from the waiting room at 8:30 a.m.
  • From site to Rankin Inlet
    Checkout on site before 6:30 a.m.

    Bus departure from site at 9:30 a.m.
TRAVELING FROM ALL OTHER KIVALLIQ COMMUNITIES

All passengers traveling via Kivalliq charter need to check in at their respective counter 1 hour prior to departure. Bus transportation is provided. Please contact your supervisor or Meliadine front desk to have departure information.

SCHEDULE 21/23
Meadowbank/Meliadine
Departure to Rankin Inlet
Flight number Departure Arrival
Rankin Inlet - Naujaat Calmair 720 8:30 9:45
Naujaat - Coral Harbour Calmair 720 10:15 12:00
Coral Harbour - Arviat Calmair 720 12:30 13:00
Arviat - Meadowbank Calmair 720 13:30 14:45
Return from Rankin Inlet
Flight number Departure Arrival
Meadowbank - Rankin Inlet Calmair 721 15:15 16:00
Rankin Inlet - Arviat Calmair 721 17:00 17:30
Arviat - Coral Harbour Calmair 721 18:00 19:30
Coral Harbour - Naujaat Calmair 721 20:00 20:45
SCHEDULE 22/24
Meadowbank/Meliadine
Departure to Rankin Inlet
Flight number Departure Arrival
Rankin Inlet - Arviat Calmair 722 8:30 9:00
Arviat - Baker Lake Calmair 722 9:30 10:30
Baker Lake - Meadowbank Calmair 722 11:00 11:15
Return from Rankin Inlet
Flight number Departure Arrival
Meadowbank - Rankin Inlet Calmair 723 11:45 12:30
Rankin Inlet - Baker Lake Calmair 723 13:15 14:00
Baker Lake - Arviat Calmair 723 14:30 15:30
Arviat - Rankin Inlet Calmair 723 16:00 16:30
EMPLOYEES FROM CHESTERFIELD INLET & WHALE COVE

All passengers will be required to travel on commercial flights. Departure times may change, please contact your local Calm Air counter for updates.

Kivalliq Charter: Please contact your local Calm Air counter for flight times. Toll-Free: 1-800-839-2256
Arviat 867-857-2997
Baker Lake 867-793-2873
Chesterfield Inlet 867-898-9103
Coral Harbour 867-925-9767
Rankin Inlet 867-645-2746
Naujaat 867-452-4378
Whale Cove 867-896-9310
FLIGHT UPDATES - ONLINE
Click here
MANDATORY

Show an identification card (Valid ID with photo) to the check-in clerk and make sure your personal name tag is on each of your luggage. In exchange of your Agnico boarding pass, you will receive your room key upon your arrival.


Flight Info

Luggage
  • One (1) suitcase > 16kg (35lbs)
  • One (1) carry-on bag > 10kg (22lbs)
  • Maximum size : 48cm x 40cm x 22cm
    (19” x 16” x 9”)

*You are allowed to bring more than one luggage for your first rotation. As long as it does not exceed the maximum weight (35lbs).

MUST HAVE
  • Towel / Soap / Shampoo
  • Personal toiletries
  • Alarm clock
  • Health card
  • Social insurance card
  • Blank cheque or send an electronic blank cheque (Agnico Employee Only on first rotation for payroll)
  • Medication
  • Indoor shoes
  • Gym clothes
  • Mugs
  • Reusable water bottle
CARRY-ON POLICY
  • You need to have proper carry-on dimensions
  • Your carry-on bag must be stored under the seat.
  • Only clothing items are allowed in the overhead bins
GOING BACK HOME?

Meliadine's checkouts are done before 6:30 a.m. Bring back your key to get your boarding pass.

Seasonal Travel Delays

Caribou Migration

The caribou migration can impact traveling. Refer to the caribou pamphlet for more information.

Adverse Weather Conditions

Weather conditions such as blizzards and intense fog can impact traveling to Meadowbank and Meliadine mine sites.


Clothing Requirements

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Available to all Agnico Eagle employees on site - Provided to Agnico Eagle employees only.

Dress Code

October 15th to May 15th
Warm winter parka
Warm boots
Hat and gloves
Warm clothes
May 16th to October 14th
Warm clothes
Windbreaker
Light jacket
Running shoes

On Site - Clothes Prohibited

Sandals
High heels
Tank top
Camisole and
Crop-tops
Shirts with potentially offensive words, logo or slogans
Short, 3/4 Pants, Skirt/Dress

Short will be accepted in gym facilities only. Sandals will be accepted only when used in dormitories to go to and return from washrooms.

Clothing Policy

All travelers who do not comply to this policy may be denied boarding the flight.

Life at Camp

ZERO TOLERANCE

Agnico Eagle Nunavut camps are dry camps. Drugs and alcohol are prohibited; the possession of either will lead to immediate dismissal.

NURSES/PARAMEDICS ON SITES

  • The Health Care team is available 24/7 for emergencies.
  • The Medical Clinic provides medical support for work related, personal health issues and medical questions.
  • Do not forget to bring your prescribed or over-the-counter medication.
  • All medication should be in their original containers and properly identified.

TECHNOLOGY

Movie Server

Follow the instructions displayed in your room

Phone Booths

Available for free long distance calls at both sites.
Press 9-1 before dialing.

Wi-Fi Available
Mine Sites Connection

Connection: FreeInternet
No password required

*Wifi capacity on site does not support streaming and media downloads. Please download your movies and series before arriving on site.

SERVICES


MELIADINE

  • Television in every room
  • Access to a gym and a recreational room
  • Country food kitchen
  • Washing machines (detergent provided)
  • Bazaar - souvenirs, personal supplies, junk food (Cash only)
  • Cafeteria

Contacts

For any urgent matters related to regular travel for your rotation, please make sure to contact your supervisor directly.

FLIGHT UPDATES

819-825-0278

MELIADINE FRONT DESK

819-759-3555 x4603025

COMMUNITY LIAISON OFFICERS

Community Phone Number Email
Arviat 867-857-2841 x1013 arviat@agnicoeagle.com
Baker Lake 867-793-4610 x4606624 or '0' bakerlake@agnicoeagle.com
Chesterfield Inlet 867-898-9951 chesterfieldinlet@agnicoeagle.com
Coral Harbour 867-925-8867 x230 coralharbour@agnicoeagle.com
Naujaat 867-462-9952 naujaat@agnicoeagle.com
Rankin Inlet 867-645-2920 rankininlet@agnicoeagle.com
Whale Cove 867-896-9899 whalecove@agnicoeagle.com

OTHER CONTACT INFORMATION (FOR EMPLOYEES ONLY)

Collaboration Committee

meadowbank.collaborationcommittee@agnicoeagle.com

meliadine.ccm@agnicoeagle.com

Tusaajugut - We're Listening

Agnico Eagle Nunavut Formal Communication Process

tusaajugut@agnicoeagle.com

1-844-323-3002 (toll-free)

Benefit Contacts

Manulife - Group Benefits Plan

1-800-268-6195

Sunlife Financial - Defined Contribution Pension Plan

1-866-733-8612

Solium - Employee Share Purchase Program

1-877-380-7793

Payroll

819-759-3555 x4105926 (Hourly employee)

819-759-3555 x4105680 (Salaried employee)

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Homewood Health/Santé

1-800-663-1142

www.homeweb.ca

BCH Consultants

1-800-525-0997

www.consultantsbch.com