Arviat | Explore Nunavut


	EXPLORE THE REGIONS NUNAVUT INFORMATION ACTIVITIES GETTING THERE FAQ BLOG

	NUNAVUT, CANADA

	Kivalliq Region

	Arviat Baker Lake Chesterfield Inlet Coral Harbour Rankin Inlet Repulse Bay Whale Cove

	Kitikmeot Region

	Qikiqtaaluk Region

	Travel Blog

	Advertise on Explore Nunavut

Accommodation & Dining

Tourism & Culture


	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.