Kimmirut, Nunavut
Date: 2024-10-15
File: 2024-1508067
On October 12, 2024 the Kimmirut RCMP received a report that local boaters had discovered a capsized boat off the coast of Big Island, which is about 30 km southwest of Kimmirut, Nunavut.
Background: On the morning of October 11, 2024, two men were seen travelling west along the coast of Big Island to locate soapstone. On that same day at 10:00 p.m, they used VHF radio that they were on their way back to Kimmirut. On October 12, 2024, in the early hours, boaters discovered the capsized boat and located one deceased male in the water. The search continued for the other male. That same night, a RCAF Cormorant helicopter arrived and continued their search for the missing male.
On October 13, 2024 several local boaters proceeded to the search area to assist. At 6:15 p.m, the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre advised Kimmirut RCMP their search had ceased. Kimmirut RCMP continue to work in cooperation with local Search and Rescue volunteers in their efforts to locate the missing male.
The Kimmirut RCMP would like to thank those who have assisted during this difficult time, our hearts and prayers are with the family.