Vision

Our Vision

To assist viable businesses to realize their potential.

Our Mission

Superior access to reliable sources of financing and investment, directly and through strategic partnerships.

Our Mandate

To assist in stimulating and developing Inuit-owned and controlled businesses by improving access to reliable sources of financing and/or equity investment.

In support of its vision, Atuqtuarvik Corporation recognizes the importance of both traditional and non-traditional economies and the value of community involvement in improving the quality of life in Nunavut.

Our Values

Trust and Integrity

At Atuqtuarvik Corporation, the business that we carry out with clients is important to us. We conduct our business dealings in a fair, honest and consistent way. Through our dedication and commitment, we strive for effectiveness, efficiency and meeting client needs. We believe in the value of our business reputation so we work to maintain its high standard by being accountable.

Independence

We believe our success is driven by our ability to act in the best interest of the corporation and our clients by using an independent and objective approach to business dealings.

Proactive and Responsive

Our success is based on having the products, services and advice our clients need. From administrative tasks to product development to continuous improvements in processes, our belief in planning and sharing information means our clients’ businesses have a better chance of succeeding. It also means that we are always looking for opportunities to implement innovative and leading-edge business practices within the corporation.

Adaptable

Our business and our clients’ businesses change continuously. Changes within operations, changes within industries and changes in government policy are constantly affecting us. Our belief in being adaptable to change is critical to our future success and our clients’ success.

Team

Our success stems from our ability to work as a dedicated team. We draw on each other’s skills, abilities and diversity. In our interconnected and interrelated world, we value these relationships more than ever. The idea of ‘team’ speaks to our belief in the importance of working in a collaborative and supportive environment. Our objective is to create a business atmosphere in which each individual within the team is valued.

Education and Life-long Learning

Our commitment to continuous learning and sharing knowledge is rooted in everything we do. From the people we hire to the way we do business, we are committed to building a learning organization which in turn shares this knowledge with the community. We embrace all learning models including cultural traditions, structured education, mentoring, training workshops and the ability to explore.

Passion and Family

We are committed to building a corporation in which employees care about their work, see it as a challenge and enjoy coming to work. The desired result is having employees who are energized about Atuqtuarvik Corporation. We recognize that family plays an important role in the passion that an employee brings to work. It is important that employees enjoy a meaningful life and have work balance. Our objective is creating a better sense of self and community through the work we do.