Captain Atr42

About Canadian North

Canadian North is a vital air service provider for the Canadian Arctic and an industry leading charter carrier with a mission to make life better in the communities we serve. It provides passenger and cargo services to 25 northern communities, connecting them with major southern hubs in Ottawa, Montreal, and Edmonton. Committed to cultural inclusivity and community investment, Canadian North prioritizes innovation, teamwork, and the well-being of northern communities. Canadian North is dedicated to continuous improvement and collaborative success. We aim to support our people and connect northern Canada with the world through reliable air travel and cargo services. Our customers choose us because they trust us to be reliable, safe, and there for them. We are valued by the North because we contribute to prosperity and community, and we strive to be a place where people want to start and grow.

Whether landing on a gravel runway, or travelling coast to coast to coast, being a Pilot for Canadian North is a job like no other. The variety of a robust scheduled passenger and cargo network throughout the Canadian Arctic combined with a diverse charter program allows our Pilots to see and experience it all.

Canadian North operates a versatile and well-equipped fleet consisting of the 737 Classic and NG series as well as the ATR 42 and 72. Our 737 operations are based out of Calgary, Edmonton and Ottawa. While our ATR operations are based out of Yellowknife and Ottawa. Ottawa-based ATR pilots will generally be deployed to support our operations in Iqaluit with 6–14-day pairings.

Proudly 100% Inuit owned, Canadian North connects people and delivers essential cargo to the north and beyond. Fulfilling Canadian North’s mission of making life better in the communities we serve, appeal to your sense of adventure all while making safety your number one priority.

Key Responsibilities

Interested candidates should be able to perform the following duties and responsibilities:

• As the leader of their crew and ultimate command authority on board the aircraft the Captain is responsible to the Chief Pilot (on type) for the safe operation of the aircraft and the safety of all persons on board during flight;
• The flight will be conducted in accordance with Canadian North Standard Operating Procedures (SOP);
• Captains shall ensure the safety of passengers, crew and aircraft by adhering to the Canadian North safety policy and utilizing the appropriate safety reporting program in order to identify and communicate all known hazards and risks to the organization and ensure continual improvement through the periodic review of documented processes;
• The Captain must be properly qualified by the Company and successfully complete a Transport Canada Captain Pilot Proficiency Check (PPC).

Qualifications

Include, but not limited to, the following minimum skills and qualifications:

• High School Diploma;
• 2,500 hours total time;
• 1,000 hours multi-engine Pilot in Command experience;
• Transport Canada Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL);
• Valid Transport Canada Group 1 Instrument Rating;
• Valid Transport Canada Category 1 Medical Certificate;
• Prior CAR 705 experience preferred;
• Prior experience on ATR42/72 aircraft (or similar) preferred;
• Legally entitled to work in Canada;
• Current valid passport or Canadian Permanent Resident Card if you are not a holder of a Canadian passport;
• All required visas or travel documents allowing you to freely travel unrestricted;
• Ability to communicate in Inuktut a definite asset;
• Ability to obtain and retain an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card in accordance with the Airport Restricted Area Access Clearance Program regulated by Transport Canada.

What We Offer

Canadian North offers a competitive compensation package, including benefits, retirement savings and travel perks. This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainable growth and cultural preservation within northern communities.

Pilots that reside more than one hundred and fifty kilometers (150 km) from their Base will be reimbursed up to five hundred dollars ($500.00) per direction to a maximum of two thousand dollars ($2000.00) per month to assist with the cost of travel from their home to their Base or assigned work location.