13 Communities
16,000+ Inuit
34 Companies
Together we are strengthening our wealth and prosperity
About Qikiqtaaluk Corporation
Qikiqtaaluk Corporation was built on a simple belief that Inuit should be the architects of their own economic future. Over the past 40 years, we have grown from managing fishing quotas to operating 34 companies across some of the world’s most demanding environments. Our measure of success has always been Inuit workers gaining a trade, the community seeing investment return home, and the next generation inheriting something stronger than what came before.
— Harry Flaherty, President & CEO, Qikiqtaaluk Corporation
Our Impact
Measured by Our Community
“Our success is measured not just in numbers, but in the lasting positive impact we create for Inuit families and communities.”
Our Guiding Principles
Vision & Values
Our values reflect the wisdom of Inuit traditions and guide every decision we make as we work toward a prosperous future for our communities.
Empower
Grow
Foster
Integrity
Stewardship
Leadership Team
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors establish policies, set corporate direction and monitor investments and performance of QC’s subsidiaries and joint venture companies.
Board members are registered under the Nunavut Agreement and appointed by QIA for a three-year term. They are selected based on their experience in business and governance.
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Harry Flaherty President & CEO -
Peter Keenainak Vice President
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Tommy Akavak Chair
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Anne Curley Vice Chair
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Mathew Alainga Director & Secretary Treasurer
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Blandina Tulugarjuk Director
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Joe Adla Kunuk Director
Our Journey
History & Growth
1983
QC is created
The Qikiqtani Inuit Association (QIA) creates Qikiqtaaluk Corporation as its for-profit development arm.
QC is incorporated and forms its first Board of Directors.
QC’s primary role is to manage fishing quotas on behalf of QIA.
1985
Kinguk Fisheries is created
QC forms its first subsidiary company – Kinguk Fisheries. The company is granted a shrimp license.
1987
Unaaq Fisheries is established
QC, Makivik Corporation and the Labrador Inuit Association form Unaaq Fisheries. Each company receives 400 mt of turbot quota to fish under Unaaq.
1989
First offshore fishery license
QC is issued an Iqaluit business license to operate an offshore fishery.
1993
First commercial building project
QC is contracted to build the “Blue Dome” in Iqaluit. The building serves as an office for the Baffin Regional Inuit Association (now QIA).
1994
QC expands to heavy equipment sales
A joint venture company is created with Hewitt Equipment Ltd. to enter the heavy equipment sales and services market.
1996
First property management contract
QC secures its first operation and maintenance contract for the Iqaluit airport.
1998
QC enters the environmental field
QC is awarded the $6.95 M Resolution Island remediation contract.
1999
QC enters retail sales industry
QC purchases the Baffin Gas Bar from Kakivak Association.
2004
QC starts construction of the $62M Qikiqtani General Hospital
QC is the first Inuit company to partner with the Government of Nunavut under a Private-Public Partnership for the construction of the first hospital in Nunavut – the Qikiqtani General Hospital in Iqaluit.
2005
QC creates Qikiqtaaluk Fisheries Corporation
The majority-owned partnership, Qikiqtaaluk Fisheries Corporation, is created.
2006
Qikiqtaaluk Logistics is formed
QC forms the Qikiqtaaluk Logistics subsidiary company to lead the environmental cleanup projects.
2007
QC expands its operations to building supplies retail sales
QC and Nunasi Corporation purchase Frobuild Ltd. a building supply store in Iqaluit.
2011
QC secures bonding without external guarantees for large environmental projects
QC is the first 100 percent Inuit-owned company to secure bonding without external guarantees as prime contractor for this multi-million dollar environmental remediation contract.
2012
MV Saputi retrofit
To increase the Saputi cargo capacity, the vessel is extended by 12 meters. The cargo is expanded to carry up to 900 tons of turbot and 650 tons of northern shrimp, increasing its efficiency.
2015
Qikiqtani Community Tour
QC visits each Qikiqtani community to meet with residents and community leaders to hear their needs and visions for their community.
2016
QC creates Qikiqtaaluk Business Development Corporation
To better serve Qikiqtani communities, QC creates QBDC subsidiary to support communities in realizing their economic and infrastructure priorities.
2017
Achieves 81% Inuit Employment
QC has the highest share of Inuit employees of any private Nunavut employer.
2018
Nunavut Nukkiksautiit Corporation is announced
QC announces a new subsidiary company, Nunavut Nukkiksautiit Corporation, to pursue clean energy projects in collaboration with Qikiqtani communities. NNC is the first 100 percent Inuit owned clean energy developer in Nunavut.
2019
PanArctic Communication Inc. is created
QC creates PanArctic Communication Inc., a subsidiary company to bring fast and reliable internet services to Nunavut.
2020
Aqsarniit Hotel and Conference Center opens
QC’s 100 percent Inuit-owned Aqsarniit Hotel and Conference Center opens.
Making A Difference
Health & Safety
Health and safety of our group of companies and our employees is paramount to growing a strong, safe and prosperous QC. We maintain high safety standards and health and safety is considered priority and the foundation of all our work.
QC strives to protect the health and safety of its employees, clients and others who may be impacted by our activities. Our safety program and policies are continuously reviewed and updated to provide the highest in safety standards in all the work we do.
Employment
Training Programs
Community Support
Infrastructure
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