Pictured above: The Northern store in Coral Harbour, 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 Coral Harbour, NU, are a testament to our commitment.

Coral Harbour, otherwise known as “Salliq”, which means “large, flat island in front of the mainland” in Inuktitut, is home to the Sallirmuit people and has pristine waters with flourishing wildlife surrounding its immediate vicinity. The community is located on Southampton Island and is 1,786 km northeast of Winnipeg, MB.

With a population of 890 residents (as per Statistics Canada census 2016) where about 95% are Indigenous, Coral Harbour’s residents predominantly speak Inuktitut alongside English. The remote community of Coral Harbour is solely accessible by air through Coral Harbour Airport from Rankin Inlet.

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

1. Employment: We are one of the most prominent employers in Coral Harbour, with our Northern store employing 34 individuals. Our commitment to local talent is demonstrated through our workforce consisting of 88% Indigenous employees.*

2. Capital Investment: Northern has made a $1,696,275 capital investment in the Coral Harbour store over a 10-year period.*

3. Annual Economic Impact: Northern is making a positive impact in Coral Harbour, with $1,579,677 annual economic impact in the community.*

Coral Harbour’s Northern Store Manager, Brian Hand, and his team are significant community supporters.

“With the effects of COVID-19 on our tourism industry, I’m constantly reminded of the spirit of solidarity and community around Coral Habour. I’m thankful for having these values to emulate in our store," Hand says.

 *For the year ending 2020