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In 1999 Nunavut became the largest and newest territory in Canada. Formed from the eastern part of the Northwest Territories, this huge Canadian arctic territory has only about 25,000 residents, about 80 percent of whom are Inuit. Visit these pages to learn more about the territory of Nunavut.
Nunavut Facts
Key facts about the territory of Nunavut, Canada - geography, government and industry.
Nunavut - Canadian Territory in the Arctic
Government, geography and travel information on the newest territory in Canada.
Origin of the Name Nunavut
Find out how the territory of Nunavut got its name.
Nunavut Premier Paul Okalik
Only a month after being called to the bar, Paul Okalik was chosen as the first premier of the new Canadian territory of Nunavut.
Elections in Nunavut
Results of the last Nunavut territorial election, who can vote in territory elections, Nunavut voters lists and electoral districts.
Members of the Nunavut Legislative Assembly
MLAs currently holding seats in the Legislative Assembly of Nunavut.
Nunavut Government Departments
Descriptions of the mandate and functions of departments in the government of Nunavut.
Nunavut Emblems
Symbolism of the flag and coat of arms of the territory of Nunavut, Canada.
Map of Nunavut
Map of the territory of Nunavut, showing the territory capital city Iqaluit and other populated communities. From Listings Canada.
Iqaluit, Nunavut
The capital city of the territory of Nunavut, Canada. Information for tourists, residents and business, from the municipal government of Iqaluit.
Nunavut Territory and National Parks
Parks in Nunavut are one on the main reasons people visit Nunavut and range from the mystery of the Franklin Expedition on Beechey Island to the waterfalls of Katannilik.
Nunatsiaq News
English weekly newspaper based in Iqaluit. The best source for Nunavut news.
Nunavut Tourism
Explore adventure and culture, business travel and hunting and fishing in the far north of Canada.

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