The service was formerly called the Kativik Regional Police Force (KRPF) until renamed on February 25, 2021.

Pursuant to the Police Act, the mission of the NPS is to maintain peace, order and public security, to prevent and repress crime and offences under the law and municipal by-laws of the Kativik Region, and to apprehend offenders.

In pursuing its mission, the NPS ensures the safety of persons and property, safeguards rights and freedoms, respects and remains attentive to the needs of victims, and cooperates with the northern villages of the Kativik Region in a manner consistent with cultural pluralism.

[3] Operational Support & Administration: Shaun Longstreet Hudson Division: Melanie Panneton Operational Support: Mathieu Savage Tony Paquet The official mascot of the NPS is named Nanuk, the word for polar bear in Inuktitut.

He especially likes events related to prevention and awareness, and there have also been several reported sightings of him in community parties.