Inuvik, Northwest Territories, has a population of approximately 3,200 people. As the largest community in the Western Arctic, it serves as a regional hub for Indigenous governance, Arctic research, and northern industries. Learn More

Inuvik has extreme seasons, with winter temperatures often between −20°C and −35°C and cold snaps below −40°C, while summer is mild to warm at about 10°C to 20°C with occasional days above 25°C, plus Polar Night in winter and the Midnight Sun in summer. Learn More

Yes, Inuvik has 24-hour daylight from late May to mid-July. This Midnight Sun phenomenon allows for endless outdoor activities and unique Arctic experiences. Learn More

Inuvik’s main attractions include the drive to the Arctic Ocean, the Western Arctic Visitor Centre, the Community Greenhouse, the Igloo Church, local murals, year-round recreation, and seasonal highlights like the Midnight Sun and Northern Lights. Learn More

Inuvik can be reached by road, air, and seasonal river transport. The Dempster Highway connects it to the Yukon, but road access depends on ferry crossings in summer and ice roads in winter. Flights operate year-round. Learn More

Inuvik has a small range of accommodations, including hotels, suite-style rooms with kitchenettes, bed and breakfasts, unique northern stays outside town, and seasonal camping at nearby parks during summer. Learn More

Inuvik offers year-round adventure, from summer hiking, paddling, fishing, camping, and the drive to the Arctic Ocean to winter aurora viewing, dog sledding, snowmobiling, skiing, and indoor recreation at the Midnight Sun Complex. Learn More