Arviat

Arviat ( Inuktitut syllabics : ᐊᕐᕕᐊᑦ) is Nunavut 's third largest town with a population of 2,864 (2021).

🌍 Arviat Airport ( YEK IATA ) is served by Calm Air from Baker Lake, Chesterfield Inlet, Churchill , Rankin Inlet , Thompson , Whale Cove, and Winnipeg . Local taxis provide service between the town and the airport for $7.

Arviat is best explored on foot if staying in the town centre, though a car is useful for reaching attractions in the surrounding area. Local taxi services may be available. Cycling is a popular option in warmer months, with scenic routes connecting nearby points of interest.

🌍 Arvia'juaq and Qikiqtaarjuk National Historic Site , Qikiqtarjuac, Sentry Island . An Inuit spring camp used to harvest the nearby marine resources. ( updated Aug 2022 ) 🌍 McConnell River Migratory Bird Sanctuary . 111 bird species have been recorded in this sanctuary and a great place to see some geese. ( updated Aug 2022 ) The Northern Lights ( aurora borealis ) are very clear from Arviat during autumn and winter.

Outdoor activities in the Arviat area include hiking, fishing, and exploring the natural landscape of Nunavut. In winter, snow-based activities such as cross-country skiing and snowshoeing may be available. Check locally for seasonal events, festivals, and guided tours that showcase the region's culture and heritage.

🌍 Inns North Motel and Cafe , 601 6th St , ☏ +1 867 857-2919 . ( updated Aug 2022 )

Arviat is a dry town. Anyone caught in possession of alcohol can be arrested.

🌍 Katimavik Suites , 900 5th St , ☏ +1 867-857-2752 . Check-in: 3PM , check-out: 11AM . This hotel has two properties, one with five suites along the shores and one with eight suites that is further inland. Satellite TV, high speed internet and free airport shuttle. ( updated Sep 2025 ) 🌍 Padlei Inns North ( 601 6th St, Arviat ), ☏ +1 867 857-2919 . 16 rooms (12 queen beds and 4 suites). WiFi, Cable TV, private bathroom, free airport shuttle. $399/night . ( updated Sep 2025 )

🌍 Kiluk , 900 6th St ( Near Inns North and Katimavik Suites ), ☏ +1 867 857-2713 , [email protected] . M-F 9AM-5PM . Local seamstresses handcrafting sealskin fur and leather clothing. ( updated Apr 2024 )

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