Inuit Learning and Development Pilot Project

Inuktitut version

About the Pilot Project

The Government of Canada, the Government of Nunavut (GN) and Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) are rolling out an innovative new learning and development pilot project to help Inuit develop skills for potential employment in the public service in Nunavut.

The Inuit Learning and Development Pilot (ILDP) project will provide practical work experience in federal government departments, the Government of Nunavut (GN) and Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI). The pilot project will also include formal learning, coaching, and mentoring opportunities. The project will consist of four 4-month paid work assignments in different positions for up to 16 trainees.

The ILDP project is meant to introduce Nunavut Land Claims Agreement (NLCA) beneficiaries, who would not normally consider or be able to work in the public service, an opportunity to gain practical experiences in, and a greater understanding of, the public sector, and help prepare them for future opportunities in the public service.

This 16-month learning and development pilot project, based in Iqaluit, will take into account Inuit culture and lifestyle and will encompass a balanced approach to working in the public service. Each participant will be assigned a mentor to assist them throughout the program, and an on the job coach to help contribute to their success.

At the end of the 16 months, successful participants will be placed in an inventory for possible consideration for jobs within the Government of Canada, the Government of Nunavut, or NTI.

Participating organizations

The following departments and organizations are participating in the pilot project:

• Government of Nunavut (GN)
• Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI)
• Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor)
• Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (AANDC)
• Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC)/ Service Canada (SC)
• Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
• Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)
• Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
• Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC)
• Environment Canada (EC)
• Parks Canada (PC)
• Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC)