Inuvik

Inuvik is the administrative and commercial centre for the region. The community is both an important communication centre and the major transportation link for the Western Arctic. Inuvik has a variety of businesses including hotels, restaurants, and grocery, department, and gift stores. An igloo-shaped church is a community landmark.

Fast Facts:

• 2109 air km North of Edmonton
• Population approximately 3000
• 51-bed hospital
• Area and regional social health offices
• 13-member RCMP detachment
• Airport accommodates large jet aircraft
• Road connection to Whitehorse (closes during spring thaw and winter freeze-up)
• Ice road connection to Aklavik and Tuktoyaktuk
• Private dental clinic
• Residences for elderly and disabled
• Aurora College Campus
• Aurora Research Centre
• Preschool and daycare facilities
• Sir Alexander MacKenzie Elementary School
• Samuel Hearne Secondary School
• Community Greenhouse

Recreation and Culture:

• Traditional dancing and singing groups
• Great Northern Arts Festival
• Choral and Theatrical Society
• New Recreational Complex - curling club, indoor swimming pool
• Gymnasiums and libraries
• Cross-country skiing
• Campgrounds
• Sunrise Festival (January)
• Muskrat Jamboree (Spring)
• Midnight Madness (June)
• End of The Road Music Festival (August)