Who We Are

Aboriginal Training Services is a leading Indigenous-owned company specializing in training programs for remote piloted aerial systems (RPAS), also known as drones. Based in the province of Alberta, our company is incorporated under the Corporations Act. It is committed to providing top-quality RPAS training in consultation, surveying, and emergency management, including fire and medical response.


At Aboriginal Training Services, we are proud to offer basic and advanced RPAS pilot training courses designed to help our clients become experts in drone technology for various applications. We also work closely with Indigenous and Community Colleges to integrate our training programs, providing access to advanced RPAS training for individuals and organizations nationwide.


In addition to our training services, we also provide Flight Reviews to ensure that all pilots are operating their RPAS in accordance with Canadian regulations. As a trusted RPAS training and support provider, Aboriginal Training Services is dedicated to helping our clients succeed by leveraging the power of drone technology in their operations.


Aboriginal Training Services offers RPAS pilot training courses and flight reviews for consultation, surveying, and emergency management. Our company integrates training programs in Indigenous and community colleges. We aim to expand by partnering with technical schools to acquire training space for advanced RPAS pilot courses, forming a beneficial new partnership.

Meet Our Team

Founder & CEO

DARCY HUNT

Darcy is the driving force behind one of the first 100% Indigenous RPAS (Drone) Operations/Training/Sales Organization in Canada. As a proud member of the Bigstone Cree Nation, Darcy is on a mission to revolutionize the industry. With a strong entrepreneurial spirit, he has established a successful marketing business in 2016, where he ventured into selling a range of products, including drones. Since then, Darcy has tenaciously built two organizations from the ground up—H&K Agents, a thriving sales and services company, and Aboriginal Training Services - RPAS ACADEMY, a leading training institute. His unwavering dedication over the past four years has been focused on advocating, encouraging, and uniting Indigenous communities to take the lead in the Drone and Renewables industries. Darcy envisions a future where Indigenous youth become influential leaders and innovators in the RPAS field.
With his company's cutting-edge training programs, they have already equipped hundreds of RPAS pilots. Notable beneficiaries include the Edmonton City Police, National Defence of Canada, and numerous members of First Nations and Metis communities across Canada. These programs furnish participants with the essential skills for both Basic and Advanced operations, with a strong emphasis on practical application.

Presently, Darcy holds a pivotal role as a dedicated Board Member at Indigesteam, an esteemed Indigenous Youth Robotics Association. Within this capacity, he generously imparts his wealth of expertise in drones to ambitious young individuals, many of whom harbor aspirations of entering the industry. Moreover, Darcy extends his outreach by orchestrating captivating drone demonstrations at local schools keen on exploring this innovative technology.
Darcy Hunt's unwavering commitment to Indigenous empowerment, industry innovation, and education serves as a beacon of inspiration. It heralds a future where Indigenous communities ascend as trailblazers in the dynamic RPAS field, rewriting the narrative of possibility for generations to come.

Technical Consultant

Allen Menard

Allen is a highly skilled professional with a wealth of expertise in automation programming and brings a valuable perspective to our team. As a key staff member, Allen is integral to our company’s success.

He is particularly adept at assisting our team with content creation, offering recommendations for future training, and monitoring new developments in the drone industry. Allen’s keen insights and attention to detail allow us to stay ahead of the curve, ensuring that our training programs remain cutting-edge and relevant in this rapidly-evolving field.

Whether it’s developing new training modules, exploring emerging technologies, or providing insights into industry trends, Allen is an invaluable asset to our team. His extensive knowledge and experience enable us to provide our clients with the highest level of service and support, ensuring they are fully equipped to succeed in the ever-changing world of drone technology.