Pictured above: The Northern Store in Cambridge Bay, NU

Our Community Promise:

The North West Company Inc. is proud of the active role we play within the communities we serve, striving to make a positive, progressive difference. Our contributions within the community of Cambridge Bay, NU, are a testament to our commitment.   

The Hamlet of Cambridge Bay, situated on the southeast coast of Victoria Island, Nunavut, has a population of about 1,766, of which 83% is Inuit, according to 2016 Census Canada data. The Hamlet has served its residents as an excellent hunting and fishing spot for over 4,000 years. Members of the community speak several languages, including Inuktitut, Inuinnaqtun and English.

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North West is proud of the impact we have on the community.

1. Employment: We are one of the most prominent employers in Cambridge Bay, with our Northern store employing 42 individuals. Our commitment to local talent is demonstrated through our workforce consisting of 62% Indigenous employees.*  

2. Capital Investment: Northern has made a $6,856,840 capital investment in the Cambridge Bay store over a 10-year period.*

3. Annual Economic Impact: Northern is making a positive impact in Cambridge Bay, with $2,456,504 annual economic impact in the community.*

The local Northern store staff members are strong community supporters.

“The Cambridge Bay Northern Store and staff members are committed to supporting and enhancing the well-being of our community here in Cambridge Bay, Nunavut,” said Northern General Merchandise Manager, Richard Pritchett.

*For the year ending 2019