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Collision & Body Work

inuvik, NT

Additional Information

Northwind Industries is a 100% Inuvialuit-owned and operated construction and logistics company providing comprehensive services in Arctic and northern environments since 1997. The company specializes in heavy equipment operations, infrastructure development, and logistics across challenging terrain including ice, permafrost, gravel, and rock.

Specializes in

Arctic constructionIce road constructionPermafrost workGround-penetrating radar ice profilingNorthern infrastructure developmentIndigenous sovereignty and self-determination

Services

Marine service line (barge towing, hauling, cleanup)Water and sewer installation, maintenance, and repairMajor infrastructure developmentRelocation servicesLong haul truckingRoad construction and maintenanceOilfield services (lease pad development, ice road construction, rig moving, hot shot services, decontamination)Ice profilingFuel haulingDemolition+1 more

Established 1997 · Team of 120+ local employees · Serving Inuvik, Northwest Territories, Northern Canada, Beaufort Sea region

Additional information extracted from the firm's public website. Last updated: August 6, 2026

Contact Information

Phone: (867) 678-2950

Website: http://www.northwindltd.ca/

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