Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Arctic Construction Excellence Since 1946
Established in 1946, Tower Arctic has built an unparalleled reputation for excellence in Arctic construction. As a fully registered Inuit-owned company, we combine deep local expertise with over seven decades of experience in cold regions and offshore work. Our capabilities span the entire project lifecycle, from feasibility studies and design to implementation and commissioning. We specialize in heavy civil and building construction, including commercial, industrial, residential, and infrastructure projects tailored to extreme Arctic conditions. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through pioneering permafrost construction methods and the development of the High Arctic weather station network.With a permanent base in Iqaluit, Nunavut, we maintain the largest heavy equipment fleet in the region and exceed contractual Inuit involvement requirements through local hiring and training programs. Our track record of completing over 1,500 Arctic projects underscores our ability to deliver complex solutions in challenging environments. We take pride in founding Qikiqtaq Equipment Ltd., a locally managed enterprise that continues to benefit Arctic communities. Our adherence to NTI and Nunavut's N.N.I. Business Incentive Policy reflects our dedication to promoting local interests while maintaining global construction standards.
Services
General Contracting
Water & Sewage Systems
Marine Construction
Aggregates Supply
Equipment Rental
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- 70+ years of Arctic construction experience
- Exceeds Inuit involvement requirements through local hiring
- Pioneered modern permafrost construction methods
- Largest heavy equipment fleet in Nunavut
- Completed 1,500+ Arctic projects across extreme environments
Associations and certifications
- NTI
- N.N.I. Business Incentive Policy
Services
General Contracting
Tower Arctic delivers comprehensive construction solutions for Arctic environments. Our expertise covers commercial buildings, industrial facilities, and infrastructure projects designed to withstand extreme cold and permafrost conditions. With over 1,500 completed projects, we manage all phases from feasibility studies to final commissioning, maintaining strict adherence to environmental and safety standards while prioritizing local workforce development through training programs.
Water & Sewage Systems
Specializing in Arctic water and sanitation infrastructure, we install and maintain HDPE distribution systems, utilidor networks, and treatment facilities. Our recent Resolute Bay project replaced entire water systems while maintaining operational continuity, demonstrating our capability to handle complex upgrades in remote locations. We provide emergency repairs and modifications to existing infrastructure across Nunavut communities using qualified fusion technicians and specialized cold-weather equipment.
Marine Construction
As Arctic marine construction specialists, we build cellular docks, breakwaters, and port facilities designed for harsh northern conditions. Our experience includes deep-sea structures and dredging operations that accommodate ice movement and extreme weather patterns. With decades of experience in Nunavut waters, we deliver durable marine infrastructure solutions that support both commercial shipping and community development needs in remote Arctic locations.
Aggregates Supply
We supply high-quality aggregates for Arctic construction projects, operating mobile crushing and screening equipment across Nunavut. With 72+ years of quarrying experience, we maintain stockpiles in Iqaluit and produce customized granular materials to meet specific project requirements. Our capabilities ensure consistent material supply for road building, foundations, and infrastructure projects in even the most remote Arctic locations.
Equipment Rental
Our extensive equipment fleet supports Arctic construction projects of any scale. We offer excavators, loaders, crushers, and specialized machinery maintained to operate in extreme cold. Equipment can be transported to remote communities via sealift, ensuring project continuity across Nunavut. With 12 heavy excavators and 75-ton cranes available, we provide reliable equipment solutions for construction, mining, and infrastructure development in challenging environments.
Questions
What Arctic construction services does Tower Arctic offer?
We provide general contracting, water/sewage systems, marine construction, aggregates supply, and equipment rental services tailored to Arctic conditions.
How long has Tower Arctic been operating?
We've been delivering Arctic construction solutions continuously since 1946, with over 70 years of cold regions expertise.
Is Tower Arctic locally owned?
Yes, we're a fully registered Inuit-owned company that exceeds contractual local hiring requirements through training programs.
What makes Tower Arctic unique in Arctic construction?
We pioneered permafrost engineering methods and maintain the largest heavy equipment fleet in Nunavut for Arctic projects.
Where does Tower Arctic operate?
Primarily in Nunavut and Arctic regions, with a permanent base facility in Iqaluit supporting projects across northern Canada.