Kivalliq Arctic Foods [exclusive] May 2026

Kivalliq Arctic Foods (KAF) is a Inuit-owned and -operated food processing and harvesting company based in Rankin Inlet , Nunavut. It is a prominent example of economic development rooted in traditional Inuit knowledge ( Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit ), sustainable harvesting, and community empowerment.

Unlike many southern food processors, KAF specializes in (traditional Inuit foods) and operates in one of the most remote and harsh environments on Earth. Their core mission is to bring high-quality, wild Arctic meats to both northern and southern markets while supporting local Inuit harvesters and preserving cultural food practices. Core Products: From Land and Sea KAF processes and distributes a range of wild Arctic species, focusing on sustainable, non-farmed sources. kivalliq arctic foods

| Product Category | Specific Species | Notes | |----------------|----------------|-------| | | Ringed Seal, Bearded Seal | Meat and highly prized blubber (muktuk) . Rich in Omega-3s. | | Terrestrial Mammals | Barren-ground Caribou | Lean, nutrient-dense. Harvested from the Kivalliq herds (e.g., Qamanirjuaq herd). | | Fish | Arctic Char, Lake Trout, Whitefish | Cold-water, high-fat, flavorful. Char is the most iconic. | | Waterfowl | Eider Duck, Canada Goose | Seasonal harvest. | Kivalliq Arctic Foods (KAF) is a Inuit-owned and