At home in Nunavut

About Us

Headquartered in Iqaluit, Ayaya is majority owned by Inuit. Our team includes Inuit and non-Inuit professionals who live and work here, and freelancers with extensive Arctic experience.

In addition, our Ottawa offices offers a key advantage for governments, agencies and companies that do business in the North and throughout Canada.

Based in the North, connected everywhere

Our account service team has lived and worked in Iqaluit for many years. We understand the needs, challenges and opportunities in the region.

Using the latest technology, we handle multiple projects. We do this by working with graphic designers, writers, illustrators, translators and production staff in our Ottawa office.

Clients enjoy our full array of services – from the initial idea, right through to production. Our in-house digital printing and long-standing relationships with southern printers ensure cost-effective printing options.

Right: Print technician Alex Paulin with a James Bay Cree school book, hot off the press.

Meet the Team

We’re proud of our team members who have decades of experience. They know Northern audiences and understand how communication works here. Meet selected team members, who are supported by web designers, production artists, print technicians, writers, editors, proofreaders, and advertising specialists.

President & Managing Director

Joe Adla Kunuk

Joe Adla Kunuk is a seasoned Inuk leader with over 40 years of experience in strategic leadership, marketing and communications. He has led high-profile public engagement and branding initiatives with NTI, QIA, and ICC, and is widely respected for his strategic leadership and lifelong commitment to advancing Inuit priorities. Joe is based in Iqaluit.

Advertising Manager

Taylor Roberts

With over 15 years of experience, Taylor leads advertising and communications initiatives across Nunavut, specializing in campaign strategy, media planning, and creative coordination to deliver results on time. For organizations looking to reach audiences across the North, Taylor is the trusted contact for print, digital, and cable TV.

Account Manager

Jason Roberts

With over 20 years of experience in Nunavut, Jason leads a wide range of complex projects for clients including NTI, Nunavut Arctic College, and the Government of Nunavut. From coordinating elections to managing translation, design, and production, he is known for his hands-on approach and ability to deliver high-quality results on time. Jason is based in Iqaluit.

Account Manager

Julia Roberts

Our Account Manager, Julia, oversees multiple large, multi-faceted projects across Nunavut. From elections and one-off events to major communication campaigns and promotional materials, she is an expert at managing complex projects efficiently and always meeting deadlines.

Senior Designer

Lucy Shepard

With 30 years of graphic design experience, Lucy has contributed to a wide range of advertising and marketing campaigns, including MMIWG, First Air, Nunavut Tourism, NAC, and Pauktuutit. She has also developed impactful health materials for the Government of Nunavut. Lucy is known for her creative approach and ability to deliver engaging designs that resonate with audiences across Nunavut.

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Allen Maghagak

Allen Maghagak has first-hand knowledge of Inuinnaqtun as the chief negotiator for the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement, and as a translator with Ayaya and the Nunavut Planning Commission. Allen Maghagak nalungitok Inuinaqtut Aivaktiupluni Nunavumi Nunataanahuaktunit ovalo himuktiligiyi Ayayani ovalo Nunavumi Paknaiyaiyiit.

Marketing & Communications Consultant

Gina Brown

Gina Brown is a marketing and communications specialist with over 25 years of experience in marketing, media, advertising, project management and social media projects with Arctic­-based clients. Some of her most recent projects were for WSCC, NWT/Nunavut Mining Chamber of Commerce and the Government of Nunavut.