Nunavut Arctic College

The only postsecondary institution in Nunavut, Arctic College plays the central role in providing Nunavummiut with adult learning programs and services.

Our core business is training for employment. Arctic College programs cover the full range from Adult Basic Education and Trades, to Career certificates and diplomas and university degrees in Education and Nursing. The Board has set four strategic goals for Arctic College: improving programs and services to communities, building a culturally responsive college, achieving academic excellence, and strengthening college systems and operations.

Interested individuals should have experience in areas such as general business operations, community leardership, education, and Inuit societal values. Governors attend regional meetings three times per year and regularly scheduled teleconferences for which they receive honoraria. Governors are appointed by the Minister Responsible for Nunavut Arctic College for three-year terms.

Corporate Responsibilities of the Board

The Arctic College Board of Governors as a whole is responsible for:

• determining the College’s direction and mission
• representing the adult learning and training needs of the communities
• maintaining the financial integrity of the College
• evaluating College operations and effectiveness
• monitoring programs and other College activities on an ongoing basis
• assessing the Board’s performance and the performance of its standing and advisory committees
• creating a climate for innovation and progress within the College
• evaluating the President
• promoting Arctic College within Nunavut

Persons who wish to be considered for appointment should submit a letter of application stating why they wish to become a member of the Board of Governors. Letters of application and a personal resume must be received by November 19, 2012.

Please submit applications to:

Michael Shouldice
President, Nunavut Arctic College
P.O. Box 600, Iqaluit Nunavut X0A 0H0
Inquiries: (867) 975-2544 or
Facsimile: (867) 975-2549
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