Staffing & Apprenticeship Services on Inuit-Owned Lands
Empowering Northern Projects Through Partnership
Aomaoyak — a partnership between Otokiak and Aplin — delivers skilled trades, workforce solutions, and apprenticeship training across Inuit-owned lands. As a Qualified Business on the Kitikmeot Inuit Association’s (KQBR) list, our partnership combines Aplin’s national staffing expertise with Otokiak’s deep local roots and experience in Northern operations, ensuring local benefit, cultural alignment, and project excellence.
Our Partnership
Otokiak, an Inuit-owned organization based in Cambridge Bay, Nunavut, has a proud history of delivering projects that strengthen communities and create opportunities across the North.
Aplin, one of Canada’s leading recruitment and workforce firms, brings over 50 years of experience connecting skilled professionals with employers nationwide. Together, we provide clients operating on Inuit-owned lands with a trusted, compliant, and community-aligned staffing partner.
Our Services
We specialize in providing Red Seal and skilled trades personnel for remote and Northern projects, including:
Heavy Duty Mechanics
Maintaining and repairing heavy equipment for remote mining and industrial operations. Certified technicians ready for rotation schedules.
Millwrights
Installation, alignment, and maintenance of mechanical systems for mills and plant infrastructure. Strong safety record in remote sites.
Operators
Experienced in dozers, graders, excavators, haul trucks, and specialized Arctic project equipment. Safe and site-ready.
Instrumentation Technicians
Process control, calibration, and automation support for industrial and mining operations. Skilled in cold-weather environments.
Electricians
Red Seal-certified professionals for underground, industrial, and camp facilities. Journeyperson and apprentice levels available.
Welders and Fabricators
Structural and pipe welding (SMAW, FCAW, GMAW) with CWB or equivalent certifications. Arctic-grade fabrication expertise.
Our teams are experienced in industrial, mining, construction, and infrastructure environments, with the ability to mobilize qualified tradespeople across Canada.
Apprenticeship Training and Workforce Development
Beyond staffing, we are committed to building capacity in the North through apprenticeship and training pathways. Our partnership supports local employment, mentorship, and trade certification opportunities that help Inuit workers gain experience and advance their careers close to home. This approach ensures long-term sustainability for clients and communities alike.
Why Choose Aomaoyak
Partner With Us
If your organization is operating on Inuit-owned lands and requires skilled trades or training support, we’re here to help.
Together, we’ll build strong teams that respect the land, honour local partnerships, and deliver exceptional results. Contact us today to learn more.