The Schefferville Airport Corporation (SAC) is an essential piece of air transportation and connectivity infrastructure in the Schefferville–Matimekush–Lac-John–Kawawachikamach region. Located in Schefferville, it plays a key role in supporting local Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, businesses and essential services, such as commercial aviation, cargo transportation and medical evacuations.
Schefferville Airport Corporation
Safety and efficiency in extreme climates
The SAC is managed by a board of directors that includes two corporate members: the Naskapi Nation, represented by the NDC, and the Innu of Matimekush–Lac-John. Management of the airport has been entrusted to the NDC, which runs day-to-day infrastructure operations serving the entire region.
Ensure the safety and efficiency of airport operations by maintaining infrastructure adapted to the region's extreme climatic conditions.
Support economic and social development by working with airlines, local industries (such as mining) and governments to improve accessibility.
Maintain compliance with Transport Canada regulations, ensuring that safety and maintenance standards for runways, equipment and facilities are met.
A driving force for regional accessibility
By working together with airlines, governments and local industries such as mining, the SAC supports the economic and social development of the entire region. The airport acts as a bridge between isolated communities and essential services.
Questions? Contact us to find out how we can work together to grow the Naskapi community and support its sustainable development.
To reach the Schefferville Airport Corporation
72 Atlantic Street, Schefferville, QC
Tel.: (418) 585-3544
Cell: (418) 418 585-2797
