How is Nunavut different from other territories?

Its vast territory makes it the fifth-largest country subdivision in the world, as well as North America’s second-largest (after Greenland). It is Canada’s only geo-political region that is not connected to the rest of North America by highway. Nunavut is the least populous of Canada’s provinces and territories.

What challenges do people in Nunavut face?

Social issues such as high suicide rates, alcohol and drug abuse, homicide and assault, and family violence are often present in these communities. Food security is an important issue in Nunavut communities25,26,27. Challenges to the traditional economy often limit access to traditional foods.

What is the climate like in Nunavut?

Climate. The territory lies entirely within the Arctic climatic zone, with bitterly cold winters and cool to cold summers. Average daily January temperatures rise above −22 °F (−30 °C) only in the eastern coastal areas, and in the far north and northwest of Hudson Bay they reach only −31 °F (−35 °C).

What is the primary reason why Nunavut has the highest cost of living in Canada?

Communities receive non-perishables, like fuel and construction materials, by sealift, many of them, only once a year. Freight is the primary reason for the high cost of living in Nunavut.

Does anyone live in Nunavut?

The total current population of Nunavut (as of 2011) is estimated to be around 33,330 people, the vast majority (84\%) of whom are Inuit. Of the approximately 28,000 Inuit living in Nunavut, more than half of them reside in the eastern Qikiqtaaluk region of the territory and, remarkably, they are mostly young people.

What are houses like in Nunavut?

Contrary to popular belief, people in Nunavut don’t live in igloos – although the word igloo is the Inuktitut word for home. People live in single family dwellings, townhouses and apartments. In the summer, many choose to live in large canvas tents on the land.

Do you get paid to live in Nunavut?

The GN pays a northern allowance to make up the differences in the cost of living between Nunavut communities and larger designated southern centres. The allowance is paid based on the community of employment. Currently, it varies from $15,016 to $34,455 annually.

What is the average house price in Nunavut?

between $400,000 and $550,000
While in Nunavut, costs do vary by community, the average cost of a new public housing unit is between $400,000 and $550,000.