First Officer ATR42

Your Future is Bright

At Canadian North, we don't just fly planes, we connect people, deliver essential goods, and support 25 northern communities that rely on us every day. Whether you're on the ground or in the air, working with us means being part of something bigger.

You'll help strengthen communities, honor Indigenous cultures, and bring vital services to some of the most remote and remarkable places in Canada. 

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Purpose-Driven Work – Your skills keep northern communities connected


• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement plan


• Discounted Travel + Free Travel Passes – Enjoy worldwide flight privileges after probation


• Career Growth – Build your aviation career with the trusted airline of the Arctic

Total Rewards & Employee Benefits

We’re committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, security, and future.

• Extended health, dental, and life insurance (after 1 month)


• Short- & long-term disability coverage (after 1 month)


• Retirement savings plan (after 6 months)


• Travel privileges with Canadian North (after 1 month) and partner airlines (after 6 months)


• Cargo shipping privileges (per company policy)


• Generous paid vacation


• Opportunities for advancement within a trusted Canadian airline

About the position

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.

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:

• The First Officer (second-in-command) 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 SOP;


• The First Officer will 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 first officer must be properly qualified by the Company and successfully complete a Transport Canada Pilot Proficiency Check (PPC).

Qualifications

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

• High School Diploma;


• No previous experience required;


• 750 hours total time or 250 hours total time for graduates of a recognized aviation degree/diploma program (or similar);


• Transport Canada Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) with completion of either a valid IATRA or SARON and SAMRA exams;


• Valid Transport Canada Group 1 Instrument Rating;


• Valid Transport Canada Category 1 Medical Certificate;


• 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.