Nunavut Bird

A clipart illustration by Phillip Martin titled "Nunavut."

This web page sources the creation of Nunavut to the land claims made by aboriginals as it traces the evolution of people and communities in the Northwest Territories. The ultimate establishment of Nunavut is accounted for by the...

The Canadian Museum of Nature provides a concise introduction to the official bird for Canada's newest territory, Nunavut. Find out all the basic facts about the Rock Ptarmigan, including unique interesting information about its breeding...

Historical events in Canada from 1992 to the present are outlined. Events of greatest importance are covered including the Chretien Government, the creation of Nunavut, and contemporary social issues such as same-sex marriages. Links for...

Primarily a travel guide and tourism resource for Iqaluit in the Canadian Province of Nunavut. Offers maps, photos, and some information on places and sights.

An interesting site that showcases the meeting of the two worlds: the Inuit and the English. Lots of intriguing pictures!

With the use of Inuit Art, photograph, and audio accounts (in the languages of the Inuit Peoples), the suffering, culture, and perseverance of Aboriginal settlements in the Canadian North is explored in an in-depth manner.

This interactive map is an excellent student and teacher resource. Select Places to Go to show regions, provinces or territories and capital cities. Hover over the area to get links to more detailed information. Get up to the minute...

Here is a long list of Inuit artists. Click on names to check out introductory material on individual Inuit communities as well as timelines, thumbnail and large images, and artist biographies.

This site is devoted to Joseph-Elzear Bernier's Arctic expeditions. Augmented by audio narration and many historical photos, the site is easily navigated via the pop-up site map. An animated cartoon storybook will appeal to younger...

There is a wealth of Canadian bird study links on this site. This page has general links for Canada. Clicking on each province or territory on a map takes you to links specific to that area.

A concise description of the Arctic Cordillera that runs along the northeastern fringe of Nunavut and Labrador. It includes an excellent collection of images of the landscape as well as those of animals and birds native to the location....

A brief, concise description of the chain of islands that form most of the archipelago north of Nunavut and the Northwest Territories. It includes an excellent collection of images of the landscape as well as those of animals and birds...

The Arctic Archipelago Marine ecozone includes Hudson Bay and most of the water surrounding the islands of Nunavut and the Northwest Territories. This is a brief, concise description of the location, climate, geology, and flora and...

A collection of slideshows of adventures along northern rivers of British Columbia, the Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. The scenery is spectacular.

[Free Registration/Login Required] A letter from Sara Makpah who lives in Canada to her pen pal living in New York City. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.

This BBC News article concerns Inuit whaling practices and current regulations. Includes information on Inuit culture and international laws.