Steven Carleton, a proud Inuk professional, calls Ottawa home, where he lives with his beautiful wife and five young daughters. With a profound commitment to fostering positive change within Canada's diverse Indigenous communities, Steven brings over a decade of hands-on experience to his work, particularly focusing on strategies that advocate for the mental well-being of First Nation and Inuit youth.

A distinctive highlight of Steven's career has been his extensive firsthand involvement in all 25 Nunavut communities. Through immersive engagement, he diligently sought to understand the unique needs of residents, fostering collaborative efforts to tailor solutions accordingly. Steven spearheaded numerous youth mental health programs in these communities, strategically integrating the wisdom of Inuit elders and the expertise of Inuit counselors. By facilitating close-knit sessions with small groups of youth, he ensured a holistic approach to addressing mental health challenges.

For Steven, reconciliation transcends mere rhetoric—it embodies the cultivation of mutual trust, friendship, and partnership. He envisions Sakku Ventures not only as a conduit for bridging divides between Indigenous and Non-Indigenous peoples but also as a catalyst for providing meaningful employment opportunities for Indigenous youth. Through such endeavors, Steven is deeply committed to giving back and fortifying support for local Indigenous communities.