We know the

North

One partner for every phase of the mission, backed by 40+ years of northern experience. 

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Who we are

In the North, relationships come first.

For more than 40 years, ATCO Frontec has partnered with Indigenous communities, defence organizations and northern operators to handle critical infrastructure where others can't.

Today, we’re the North’s largest provider of operational support services to the Department of National Defence, with the experience to build, operate and maintain what comes next.

We know the North.

WHAT WE dO

One partner across the full mission lifecycle

Build

Delivering infrastructure and facilities that meet mission requirements in complex northern environments.

Operate

Supporting day-to-day operations with the people, services and expertise needed to keep missions moving.

Maintain

Providing ongoing maintenance and asset support to ensure readiness, reliability and operational continuity.
Our Services

Keeping Arctic missions moving

Supporting every stage of the mission lifecycle, from construction and delivery to long-term operations and sustainment.

Defence
Construction
Operations
Emergency Response
01

Defence Support

We deliver infrastructure and real-life support in remote and northern environments, managing the logistics, coordination and execution required to build where conditions are often most challenging.
Expertise: Airfield services, construction, logistics, radar and communication systems, expeditionary accommodations.
02

Construction Services

We provide project delivery, construction services, and engineering support for infrastructure in remote and complex environments.
Expertise: Infrastructure construction, project management, site development, engineering support.
03

Operations & Maintenance

We provide the essential services that enable organizations to focus on their mission, helping maintain safe, productive and operationally ready sites.
Expertise: Fuel management, facility maintenance, site support services
04

Emergency Response

When rapid action is required, our teams are ready to support emergency response and recovery efforts in remote and hard-to-access locations.
Expertise: Emergency logistics, rapid-deployment equipment and shelters, workforce mobilization, disaster response and recovery.
PARTNERS

Built on trusted partnerships

We're proud to work alongside Indigenous partners who have helped shape our story and success in the North.

By the numbers

Your partner in Northern mission success

Trusted to support critical operations, infrastructure and communities across Canada's North and beyond.

75
+

Years delivering operational excellence across industries

30

Operating locations supporting clients in remote, northern and international environments

40

years

Supporting defence, communities and critical infrastructure in Canada's North

#
1

Largest operational defence provider in the North
PROJECTS

Experience built in the North

See how ATCO Frontec has supported critical infrastructure, remote operations and mission success across Northern Canada.
Operate
Operating the North Warning System
Government of Canada
Operate
Operation NANOOK
Canadian Armed Forces
BUILD
Polar Over the Horizon Radar
Public Works and Government Services Canada, Department of National Defence
Operate
Ellesmere Island Operations & Maintenance
Public Works & Government Services Canada
MAINTAIN
Alaska Radar System Operations and Maintenance
US Department of the Air Force
BUILD
Resolute Bay Operations
Various Clients
maintain
Northwestel Operations & Maintenance
NorthwesTel
maintain
Iqaluit Fuel Management Services
Government of Nunavut
OUR VALUES

Why organizations choose Frontec

ARCTIC EXPERTISE

We operate where others can't

For more than 40 years, we've supported operations across Canada's North. Our teams understand remote environments, complex logistics and the realities of working in some of the country's most challenging conditions. 

DEFENCE EXPERTISE

Support where stakes are highest

We support defence and government organizations with the infrastructure, operational support and project delivery they need to stay focused on their mission.  

indigenous partnerships

Built on trusted relationships

We work alongside Indigenous partners and communities across the North, building long-term relationships that strengthen projects and create shared opportunities. 

full lifecycle capabilities

One partner from start to finish

From planning and construction to operations and maintenance, we support every phase of the project lifecycle, helping reduce complexity and improve continuity.  

Get in touch

Let's talk strategy

Every northern project comes with unique challenges. Talk to our team about your goals, your environment and how we can support your mission from start to finish.