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Qikiqtani

Eastern

550

X0A 0B0

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Qikiqtarjuaq, formerly known as Broughton Island, is located on the eastern coast of Baffin Islant. The Inuit name Qikiqtarjuaq means "big island", although the island is in fact only 12 km wide by 16 km long. Being one of the more traditional communities in Nunavut, Qikiqtarjuaq is best known for its traditional Inuit clothing, including sealskin parkas and kamiit (boots).

The abundand wildlife of the area and beautiful are Qikiqtarjuaq's main assets. The world famous Auyuittuq National Park can be accessed through Qikiqtarjuaq. For that reason, the community has a lot to offer in terms of tours and outfitters for tourists.

Adress: Box 10, X0A 0B0

Chairperson: Lootie Toomasie
Vice-Chairperson: Imona Koksiak
Secretary Treasurer: Jason Aliqatuqtuq
Director: Toomasie Newkingnak
Director: Levi Nutaralak
Director: Samuel Nuqingaq
Director: Jonah Audlakiak
Director: Phillip Sanguya
Manager: Harry Alookie

Tel.: 927-8836
Fax: 927-8525
Email: [email protected]