Communities

Formerly known as Hall Beach, Saniiajak is the oldest permanently inhabited community north of the Arctic Circle.

Its name means little stream in Inuktitut, but this community is also sometimes called “Arviligjuaq” meaning place of many bowhead whales.

A small community in the Far North, Resolute Bay is the starting point for the Polar Race and Polar Challenge.

With a name meaning “high mountain” in Inuktitut, this hamlet is known for its ancient history and thriving arts community.

Located at the mouth of the Thelon River, this hamlet is Nunavut's only inland community.

Named after the ship of a Norwegian explorer, this hamlet is rich with history and culture.

Fondly called ‘Pang’ for short, Pangnirtung (Pangniqtuuq) means 'Place of the Bull Caribou' in Inuktitut.

The territorial capital of Nunavut, Iqaluit is a cultural center with activities that draw visitors from all over.

This proudly traditional community is a popular destination with abundant wildlife and excellent fishing.

The southernmost community of Nunavut, Sanikiluaq is located in a vast archipelago in Hudson Bay.

Known as the iceberg capital of Nunavut, this community features an amazing landscape and dynamic local culture.

This community is often referred to as the geographic centre and cultural hub of Nunavut.

The northernmost civilian community in Canada, Grise Fiord’s remoteness, wildlife, and scenery make it a unique destination.

This community is the westernmost in Nunavut; its name in Inuktitut means place of moving water.

This community is known in Inuktitut as Igluligaarjuk, meaning place with a few 'thule houses.'

Named after the area’s traditional caribou hunt, this community is the northernmost in mainland Canada.

Rich in wildlife and Inuit culture, this community is situated directly on the Arctic Circle.

Known as Salliq in Inuktitut, this community was named for the fossilized coral found in its surrounding waters.

With a striking landscape and vibrant culture, this community is considered one of Canada’s “jewels of the North.”

Situated on the western shore of Hudson Bay, this community is home to many cultural treasures.

Traditional Inuit ways of life are central to this community, which hosts archaeological sites and scientific research.

Famous for hockey and Inuit ceramic arts, Rankin Inlet is the regional centre for the Kivalliq Region.

Surrounded by protective hills on three sides, this community is also named ‘Ikpiarjuk’ which means ‘the pocket’ in Inuktitut.

With famous art and a school providing traditional Inuit education, Clyde River is an important cultural centre.

Known in the past as Lake Harbour, this hamlet is on the site of the first Hudson Bay trading post on Baffin Island, founded in 1911.