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Arviat

   
At a Glance Accommodation & Dining Tourism & Culture Retail
       
  Population: 2200
Region: Kivalliq
Time Zone: Central
Postal Code: X0C 0E0
Languages: English and Inuktitut
Weather: Environment Canada

The name "Arviat" comes from arviq, the Inuktitut name for bowhead whale. The community is located on the western shore of Hudson Bay, north of Churchill, Manitoba. Arviat's lands and waters are rich in wildlife. The McConnell River Migratory Bird Sanctuary, south of town, is a great place to observe thousands of nesting waterfowl. In the fall, beluga whales are frequently seen in the bays around town and caribou are often spotted near the community.

Arviat is a diverse community where traditional knowledge and values are maintained in harmony with practical economic development. Through projects, such as a video to promote tourism, and an arts and craft centre for export of Inuit art. Arviat residents use their cultural strengths to develop the local economy.


 
       
  Getting There    
  Flights to Arviat arrive and depart daily via Rankin Inlet. Air service is operated by either Calm Air, Skyward Aviation, or Kivalliq Air. Kivalliq Air and Calm Air also operate a flight from Winnipeg to Arviat, via Churchill.    
       
  Transportation    
  Joe’s Taxi
Contact: Aurora Travel Desk 1
General Delivery
867-555-1003
Taxi Service

Paul’s Taxi
Contact: Aurora Travel Desk 2
General Delivery
867-555-1004
Taxi Service

Calm Air
General Delivery
867-555-1005
FX: 867-555-1006
Toll Free: 867-555-1007
Scheduled flights and charter services available

   
       
  Banking    
 

Light banking services and ATM available at the Northern and Co-op stores; Interact services available at most retail stores.