Arctic Training Ltd. is pleased to present the Q-Drive Program, which offers Class 7 Student Education, Class 5 Driving Lessons, and Class 3 Air Brake Training in the communities of the Qikiqtaaluk Region. Interested individuals can pre-register for the courses by following the link provided below.
The Q-Drive Program is proudly funded by QIA, KAKIVAK, the Government of Canada, and Arctic Training Ltd.
Go to our Upcoming Courses page to register!
Arctic Training Ltd. and its staff have shown the capacity to have overwhelming success in course delivery. From planning and facilitating to instructing and delivering, we have been involved in training hundreds of Nunavummiut over the past few years. Courses that our staff have delivered include the following:
Driving Courses • Heavy Equipment Operator • Firearms Safety Training • Health and Safety Courses • Firefighting Courses • Carpentry • Interpersonal Skills • Administration • Finance • Etc.
Class 3 - Air Brakes | Qikiqtarjuaq |
This 20 day course provides students with the skills and knowledge to challenge the Class 3 theoretical examination and practical driving test to obtain a Class 3 driver license. The course covers both the theoretical knowledge and practical applications of using a Class 3 vehicle. Students will be taught all necessary skills to safely operate in and around Class 3 vehicles. Students must be 18 years old, hold a valid Class 5 license for a minimum of 1 year prior to the start of the course, and obtain a Driver's Medical Examination Report (cost associated with this are covered by Arctic Training Ltd.)Proudly funded by the Government of Nunavut - Department of Family Services.You may register here or at the Hamlet office.For more information or if there are any questions, please contact: 867-877-1626 or info@arctictrainingltd.com
Health and Safety | Coral Harbour | 2025
The Health and Safety program is a 6-day course which will provide participants with the necessary theoretical and hands-on experience to recognize, manage, and mitigate risks in the workplace. The course will cover the following topics: First Aid Basics – Red CrossConfined SpacesFall Arrest (Working at Heights)Fire ExtinguishingWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)Workers’ Safety & Compensation Commission (WSCC) This course will provide an excellent opportunity for individuals to gain valuable knowledge and skills that will foster a safe working environment, reduce workplace accidents, and comply with regulations.
Heavy Equipment Operator | Qikiqtarjauq | April 2025
The 20-day course is designed to provide licensed drivers with enhanced safety and vehicle management skills, specifically related to operating heavy equipment vehicles such as loaders, dozers, graders, and others. This course aims to equip participants with both theoretical knowledge and practical applications of using heavy equipment.To be eligible for the course, students must meet certain requirements. They need to be residents of the hamlet where the training is taking place, ensuring that the course benefits the local community. Additionally, students must hold a valid Class 5 driver's license for a minimum of one year before the start of the course.
Class 3 - Air Brakes - Clyde River | May 2025 |
This 20 day course provides students with the skills and knowledge to challenge the Class 3 theoretical examination and practical driving test to obtain a Class 3 driver license. The course covers both the theoretical knowledge and practical applications of using a Class 3 vehicle. Students will be taught all necessary skills to safely operate in and around Class 3 vehicles. Students must be 18 years old, hold a valid Class 5 license for a minimum of 1 year prior to the start of the course, and obtain a Driver's Medical Examination Report.
Class 7 - Student Driver Education | Clyde River | May 2025
The Class 7 course will be in class training that will run for 5 days. Topics covered include knowledge of the rules of the road and safety while operating a motor vehicle, understanding the basic standards for a vehicle and its components, learn safe driving practices and recognition of circulation signs, colors, and shapes. This Class 7 license is a prerequisite to obtain the Class 5 license.For more information or if there are any questions, please contact: 867-877-1626 or info@arctictrainingltd.com
Class 5 - Driving Lessons | Kinngait | May 2025
The Class 5 driver training days will be divided 1-2 hour sessions of driving lessons with an experienced instructor. Each student will receive a minimum of 5 hours of one-on-one lessons. Students will learn the fundamentals skills of defensive driving. The instructor will schedule timeslots with the respective students to complete the driving hours over the duration of the course. Skills taught and reinforced will prepare the student to demonstrate all necessary skills tested on the Class 5 examination. Students must currently have a valid Class 7 license to join this course.
Class 7 - Student Driver Education | Pangnirtung | May 2025
The Class 7 course will be in class training that will run for 5 days. Topics covered include knowledge of the rules of the road and safety while operating a motor vehicle, understanding the basic standards for a vehicle and its components, learn safe driving practices and recognition of circulation signs, colors, and shapes. This Class 7 license is a prerequisite to obtain the Class 5 license.For more information or if there are any questions, please contact: 867-877-1626 or info@arctictrainingltd.com
Heavy Equipment Operator - Naujaat | May 2025 |
The 20-day course is designed to provide licensed drivers with enhanced safety and vehicle management skills, specifically related to operating heavy equipment vehicles such as loaders, dozers, graders, and others. This course aims to equip participants with both theoretical knowledge and practical applications of using heavy equipment.To be eligible for the course, students must meet certain requirements. They need to be residents of the hamlet where the training is taking place, ensuring that the course benefits the local community. Additionally, students must hold a valid Class 5 driver's license for a minimum of one year before the start of the course.
Class 7 - Student Driver Education | Pond Inlet | June 2025
The Class 7 course will be in class training that will run for 5 days. Topics covered include knowledge of the rules of the road and safety while operating a motor vehicle, understanding the basic standards for a vehicle and its components, learn safe driving practices and recognition of circulation signs, colors, and shapes. This Class 7 license is a prerequisite to obtain the Class 5 license.For more information or if there are any questions, please contact: 867-877-1626 or info@arctictrainingltd.com
Class 3 - Air Brakes | Qikiqtarjuaq | June 2025
This 20 day course provides students with the skills and knowledge to challenge the Class 3 theoretical examination and practical driving test to obtain a Class 3 driver license. The course covers both the theoretical knowledge and practical applications of using a Class 3 vehicle. Students will be taught all necessary skills to safely operate in and around Class 3 vehicles. Students must be 18 years old, hold a valid Class 5 license for a minimum of 1 year prior to the start of the course, and obtain a Driver's Medical Examination Report For more information or if there are any questions, please contact: 867-222-1864 or info@arctictrainingltd.com
Class 7 - Student Driver Education | Arctic Bay | June 2025
The Class 7 course will be in class training that will run for 5 days. Topics covered include knowledge of the rules of the road and safety while operating a motor vehicle, understanding the basic standards for a vehicle and its components, learn safe driving practices and recognition of circulation signs, colors, and shapes. This Class 7 license is a prerequisite to obtain the Class 5 license.For more information or if there are any questions, please contact: 867-877-1626 or info@arctictrainingltd.com
Class 5 - Driving Lessons | Pangnirtung | June 2025
The Class 5 driver training days will be divided 1-2 hour sessions of driving lessons with an experienced instructor. Each student will receive a minimum of 5 hours of one-on-one lessons. Students will learn the fundamentals skills of defensive driving. The instructor will schedule timeslots with the respective students to complete the driving hours over the duration of the course. Skills taught and reinforced will prepare the student to demonstrate all necessary skills tested on the Class 5 examination. Students must currently have a valid Class 7 license to join this course.
Class 3 - Air Brakes | Pond Inlet | July 2025
This 20 day course provides students with the skills and knowledge to challenge the Class 3 theoretical examination and practical driving test to obtain a Class 3 driver license. The course covers both the theoretical knowledge and practical applications of using a Class 3 vehicle. Students will be taught all necessary skills to safely operate in and around Class 3 vehicles. Students must be 18 years old, hold a valid Class 5 license for a minimum of 1 year prior to the start of the course, and obtain a Driver's Medical Examination Report. For more information or if there are any questions, please contact: 867-222-1864 or info@arctictrainingltd.com
Class 5 - Driving Lessons | Clyde River | July 2025
The Class 5 driver training days will be divided 1-2 hour sessions of driving lessons with an experienced instructor. Each student will receive a minimum of 5 hours of one-on-one lessons. Students will learn the fundamentals skills of defensive driving. The instructor will schedule timeslots with the respective students to complete the driving hours over the duration of the course. Skills taught and reinforced will prepare the student to demonstrate all necessary skills tested on the Class 5 examination. Students must currently have a valid Class 7 license to join this course.
Class 7 - Student Driver Education | Kimmirut | September 2025
The Class 7 course will be in class training that will run for 5 days. Topics covered include knowledge of the rules of the road and safety while operating a motor vehicle, understanding the basic standards for a vehicle and its components, learn safe driving practices and recognition of circulation signs, colors, and shapes. This Class 7 license is a prerequisite to obtain the Class 5 license.For more information or if there are any questions, please contact: 867-222-1864 or info@arctictrainingltd.com
Class 5 - Driving Lessons | Arctic Bay | September 2025
The Class 5 driver training days will be divided 1-2 hour sessions of driving lessons with an experienced instructor. Each student will receive a minimum of 5 hours of one-on-one lessons. Students will learn the fundamentals skills of defensive driving. The instructor will schedule timeslots with the respective students to complete the driving hours over the duration of the course.Skills taught and reinforced will prepare the student to demonstrate all necessary skills tested on the Class 5 examination.Students must currently have a valid Class 7 license to join this course. For more information or if there are any questions, please contact: 867-877-1626 or info@arctictrainingltd.com
Class 7 - Student Driver Education | Sanikiluaq | October 2025
The Class 7 course will be in class training that will run for 5 days. Topics covered include knowledge of the rules of the road and safety while operating a motor vehicle, understanding the basic standards for a vehicle and its components, learn safe driving practices and recognition of circulation signs, colors, and shapes. This Class 7 license is a prerequisite to obtain the Class 5 license.Proudly funded by the Government of Nunavut - Department of Family Services.For more information or if there are any questions, please contact: 867-222-1864 or info@arctictrainingltd.com
Class 3 - Air Brakes | Kimmirut | *POSTPONED*
This 20 day course provides students with the skills and knowledge to challenge the Class 3 theoretical examination and practical driving test to obtain a Class 3 driver license. The course covers both the theoretical knowledge and practical applications of using a Class 3 vehicle. Students will be taught all necessary skills to safely operate in and around Class 3 vehicles. Students must be 18 years old, hold a valid Class 5 license for a minimum of 1 year prior to the start of the course, and obtain a Driver's Medical Examination Report.For more information or if there are any questions, please contact: 867-222-1864 or info@arctictrainingltd.com
Class 5 - Driving Lessons | Kimmirut | October 2025
The Class 5 driver training days will be divided 1-2 hour sessions of driving lessons with an experienced instructor. Each student will receive a minimum of 5 hours of one-on-one lessons. Students will learn the fundamentals skills of defensive driving. The instructor will schedule timeslots with the respective students to complete the driving hours over the duration of the course. Skills taught and reinforced will prepare the student to demonstrate all necessary skills tested on the Class 5 examination. Students must currently have a valid Class 7 license to join this course.For more information or if there are any questions, please contact: 867-222-1864 or info@arctictrainingltd.com
Class 5 - Driving Lessons | Pond Inlet | October 2025
The Class 5 driver training days will be divided 1-2 hour sessions of driving lessons with an experienced instructor. Each student will receive a minimum of 5 hours of one-on-one lessons. Students will learn the fundamentals skills of defensive driving. The instructor will schedule timeslots with the respective students to complete the driving hours over the duration of the course. Skills taught and reinforced will prepare the student to demonstrate all necessary skills tested on the Class 5 examination. Students must currently have a valid Class 7 license to join this course.
Class 5 - Driving Course | Sanikiluaq | November 2025
The Class 5 driver training days will be divided 1-2 hour sessions of driving lessons with an experienced instructor. Each student will receive a minimum of 5 hours of one-on-one lessons. Students will learn the fundamentals skills of defensive driving. The instructor will schedule timeslots with the respective students to complete the driving hours over the duration of the course.Skills taught and reinforced will prepare the student to demonstrate all necessary skills tested on the Class 5 examination.Students must currently have a valid Class 7 license to join this course. For more information or if there are any questions, please contact: 867-222-1864 or info@arctictrainingltd.com
Class 7 - Student Driver Education | Qikiqtarjuaq | November 2025
The Class 7 course will be in class training that will run for 5 days. Topics covered include knowledge of the rules of the road and safety while operating a motor vehicle, understanding the basic standards for a vehicle and its components, learn safe driving practices and recognition of circulation signs, colors, and shapes. This Class 7 license is a prerequisite to obtain the Class 5 license.For more information or if there are any questions, please contact: 867-222-1864 or info@arctictrainingltd.com
Class 3 - Air Brakes | Arctic Bay | February 2026
This 20 day course provides students with the skills and knowledge to challenge the Class 3 theoretical examination and practical driving test to obtain a Class 3 driver license.The course covers both the theoretical knowledge and practical applications of using a Class 3 vehicle. Students will be taught all necessary skills to safely operate in and around Class 3 vehicles.Students must be 18 years old, hold a valid Class 5 license for a minimum of 1 year prior to the start of the course, and obtain a Driver's Medical Examination Report.For more information or if there are any questions, please contact: 867-877-1626 or info@arctictrainingltd.com
Class 5 - Driving Lessons | Qikiqtarjuaq | February 2026
The Class 5 driver training days will be divided 1-2 hour sessions of driving lessons with an experienced instructor. Each student will receive a minimum of 5 hours of one-on-one lessons. Students will learn the fundamentals skills of defensive driving. The instructor will schedule timeslots with the respective students to complete the driving hours over the duration of the course. Skills taught and reinforced will prepare the student to demonstrate all necessary skills tested on the Class 5 examination. Students must currently have a valid Class 7 license to join this course. For more information or if there are any questions, please contact: 867-222-1864 or info@arctictrainingltd.com
Class 3 - Air Brakes | Kinngait | February 2026
This 20 day course provides students with the skills and knowledge to challenge the Class 3 theoretical examination and practical driving test to obtain a Class 3 driver license. The course covers both the theoretical knowledge and practical applications of using a Class 3 vehicle. Students will be taught all necessary skills to safely operate in and around Class 3 vehicles. Students must be 18 years old, hold a valid Class 5 license for a minimum of 1 year prior to the start of the course, and obtain a Driver's Medical Examination Report.
Arctic Training Ltd. is a Nunavut based company which specializes in pre-employment and job specific training needs towards unemployed and underemployed Nunavummiut, who face multiple barriers to employment. Our training focus combines both in-class theory based and practical skills development components, with a goal of enhancing essential, employable, and life management skills thus enabling participants to obtain new employment and/or enhance their abilities within their current positions.