arviat

Arviat is a predominantly Inuit hamlet located on the western shore of Hudson Bay in the Kivalliq Region of Nunavut, Canada. Arviat is derived from the Inuktitut word arviq meaning “Bowhead whale”. Earlier in history, its name was Tikirajualaaq, and Ittaliurvik.

Elevation: 10 m
Area: 132.1 km²
Population: 2,657 (2016)
Area code: 867

For more information on Arviat’s services, contact the KBDC office at 867-645-4580.