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- We’re the biggest province or territory in Canada. With covering over 2 million square kilometres, we have a lot of space for the adventure of a lifetime.
- We have the longest coastline in Canada, too. The Arctic Archipelago is home to over 36,000 islands. Which means a lot of coastline. If you’re eager for a kayak adventure, we have plenty of waterways to explore.
- We’re the youngest province or territory in Canada. Nunavut became its own territory on April 1, 1999. We’re the 3rd territory in Canada, and the 13th jurisdiction.
- We have four official languages. While English and French remain our official Federal languages, all signage and government correspondence is also shared in the Inuit languages Inuktitut and Inuinnaqtun.
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Jan 14, 2024 · Discover 20 fascinating facts about Nunavut, Canada's northernmost territory. From its unique culture to stunning landscapes, learn all about this captivating region.
- Nunavut is Canada’s largest province/territory with a total area of 2,093,190 sq. km. (almost 1 million square miles) That’s huge!
- Nunavut encompasses 1/5 of Canada’s total landmass. Remember it includes all those Arctic islands like Baffin Island and Ellesmere Island.
- Nunavut is very big, if it were a country it would be the 15 largest country in the world.
- The most common languages spoken are Inuktitut, Inuinnaqtun, English, and French.
- General Nunavut Facts
- Random Interesting Facts About Nunavut
- Nunavut Historical Facts
Nunavut is one of the 3 territories of Canada, the other two being the Yukon and the Northwest Territories.
Nunavut is the only region that is not connected to the rest of North America. A common saying goes “There are no roads to Nunavut.”
Mainland Nunavut was first inhabited by the Pre-Dorset people, a Paleo-Eskino group from Alaska, 4500 years ago. Soon after, they also moved into the High Arctic.
- Nunavut is (politically) the youngest region in Canada… Prior to 1999, the land was part of the Northwest Territories. However, on April 1st of 1999, the region became Canada’s newest territory and Iqaluit became the newest capital city.
- but Nunavut is (scientifically) incredibly old. As reported in this article by Radio Canada International, a billion year old fossil was found in Nunavut (specifically northern Baffin Island).
- The territory has 4 official languages: English, Inuktitut, French and Inuinnaqtun. Stop signs are in both English and Inuktitut, which is pretty cool.
- Nunavut means “Our Land” in Inuktitut. And Iqaluit means “Place of Fish”. Understandably so, there are lots of fish! If you’re in the territory, be sure to try out both fresh and smoked arctic char.
Apr 7, 2024 · Nunavut, the largest and northernmost territory of Canada, is a land of vast landscapes, rich culture, and unique wildlife. As one of the least populated regions in the world, Nunavut is home to a small but resilient Inuit population who have lived on this rugged terrain for thousands of years.
Sep 12, 2024 · Nunavut, vast territory of northern Canada that stretches across most of the Canadian Arctic. Created in 1999 out of the eastern portion of the Northwest Territories, Nunavut encompasses the traditional lands of the Inuit, the indigenous peoples of Arctic Canada. Its capital is Iqaluit.
