Stories and Community Profiles
Resolute Bay
A small community in the Far North, Resolute Bay is the starting point for the Polar Race and Polar Challenge.
Pangnirtung
Fondly called ‘Pang’ for short, Pangnirtung (Pangniqtuuq) means 'Place of the Bull Caribou' in Inuktitut.
Sanikiluaq
The southernmost community of Nunavut, Sanikiluaq is located in a vast archipelago in Hudson Bay.
Qikiqtarjuaq
Known as the iceberg capital of Nunavut, this community features an amazing landscape and dynamic local culture.
Grise Fiord
The northernmost civilian community in Canada, Grise Fiord’s remoteness, wildlife, and scenery make it a unique destination.
Pond Inlet
With a striking landscape and vibrant culture, this community is considered one of Canada’s “jewels of the North.”
Arctic Bay
Surrounded by protective hills on three sides, this community is also named ‘Ikpiarjuk’ which means ‘the pocket’ in Inuktitut.
Clyde River
With famous art and a school providing traditional Inuit education, Clyde River is an important cultural centre.