Iqaluit

Arctic Ventures

Department store run by Arctic Co-operatives. The building also contains a grocery store, cellphone store and office product store.

Mon-Sat 10AM–10PM, Sun 1–10PM

Caribrew Café

Serves espresso drinks, coffee, tea, baked goods, sandwiches, salads and soups.

Mon-Fri 7AM–5PM; Sat Sun 8AM–2PM

Carvings Nunavut

Sells Inuit sculptures (including large ones) and jewellery. Prices tend to lean towards the expensive side.

Mon-Fri 10AM–6PM, Sat 10AM–5PM (closed Sun)

Gallery by the Red Boat

Housed in one of the old Hudson Bay Company buildings on Apex Beach, this gallery displays carvings by local artist Saila Kipanek.

Call for appointment

Granite Room

Located in the Discovery Hotel, known affectionately as "the disco". French cuisine with some pub-style options too. Salad bar at lunch. Home-made soups.

Hunter's Market

The restaurant is inside this general store. You can find burgers, pizza and souvlaki.

Mon-Thu 8AM-9PM, Fri 8AM-9PM, Sat 11AM-9PM, Sun 11AM-8PM

Legislative Building of Nunavut

Home to Nunavut's unicameral parliament, this building contains some excellent examples of Inuit art. The main entrance has two spires of wood which resemble a Qamotiq, a type of Inuit dog sled. Feel free to look around the main floor of the building, but be sure to announce yourself to the security guard before going too far. You may observe the proceedings of the legislative chamber from its public gallery. Contact the public affairs office to find out when the next sitting will be. Guided tours of the building are conducted Jul–Aug on weekdays at 10:30AM, or by appointment in Sep-Jun.

Mon-Fri 9AM–5PM·Free

Malikkaat

A gift store selling Inuit-made art, clothing and jewellery from Iqaluit and other communities in the north.

Mon-Fri 10AM–6PM, Sat 10AM–5PM

Nu Brew (Nunavut Brewing Company)

The most northerly microbrewery in Canada opened 24 August 2018. The brewery has four beers available: the Flow Edge light lager, Frob Gold British golden ale, Aupaqtuq (“red” in Inuktitut) Irish red ale, and a Celebration Ale. You can sample all four for $14. Their products are also available in restaurants and the beer and wine store.

Mon-Wed 4-10PM, Thu 4-11PM, Fri 4PM-12:30AM, Sat noon-12:30AM

Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum

Housed in a reconstructed trading post of the Hudson's Bay Company, this small museum contains a collection of Inuit art and artifacts. It is on the beach in a red and white building.

Mon-Fri noon-6PM, Sat Sun 1–5PM·Free

Qaummaarviit Territorial Park

This island preserves another archaeological site, a 750-year-old campsite dating back to the Thule culture. It is 12 km from town, and can be accessed by boat in the summer months and by ski, dogsled or snowmobile in the winter months. Going with an outfitter is recommended, and usually gets you there quicker. Camping in the park is not permitted.

Royal Canadian Legion

A popular place to go on Friday and Saturday nights. Live music on one side, dance floor and pool tables on the other. You must be a member of the Legion or have a member sign you in.

St. Jude's Anglican Cathedral

Igloo Cathedral

One of Iqaluit's most recognizable landmarks is a white-domed church designed to resemble an igloo. The cathedral is the seat of the Diocese of the Arctic, which serves the largest area of any Anglican diocese in the world. The cathedral is also the parish church for the parish of Iqaluit. The building was opened in 2012.

Storehouse Bar & Grill

Has a big screen for ice hockey, pool tables, dance floor, fireplaces and comfy chairs. It has different specials on every day of the week. Note that they charge $1 coat fee.

Mon-Sat 5PM–midnight

Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park

Surrounding the lower reaches of the Sylvia Grinnell River, this park offers some excellent tundra scenery. Several hiking trails run along the river, which has good fishing, while another leads to a waterfall. On the bank of the river is an ancient camping ground (Crystal II archaeological site) used by the Dorset and Thule peoples. You will need to have local assistance to find the site. Caribou and arctic foxes can be seen roaming through the area depending on the season.

Yummy Shawarma & Pizza

Lebanese restaurant serving kebab, authentic shawarma, salads, pizza, pasta and desserts. Delivery available.

Mon-Sat 11AM-10PM, Sun 11AM-7:30PM·From $12

Alianait Arts Festival

This annual festival, held in late June, is a celebration of Inuit arts and culture. It draws musicians and other performers from all over the Arctic.

Toonik Tyme

The annual spring festival, is held for a week in early April. It involves a large variety of community events, including snowmobile and ski races, traditional games, concerts and feasts.

Big Racks Barbecue

BBQ restaurant

Black Heart Café

Coffee, muffin and panini. Locals recommend this cafe.

Mon-Fri 7AM-5PM, Sat 9AM-5PM, Sun 9AM-4PM

Fantasy Palace

Café with fresh coffee, pastries and ice cream.

Mon-Fri 7AM–5PM, Sat 10AM–5PM, Sun 11AM–5PM

Grind & Brew

Down on the beach. Serves coffee, pizza and sandwiches.

Daily 7AM–6PM daily

Rannva Design

Fur and sealskin garments designed by owner Rannva Simonsen.

Mon-Sat 11AM–6PM, or by appointment

Snack

Fast food. Lunch and dinner. Also serves wine.

open 24 hours

The Frob Kitchen & Eatery

Nice restaurant in the Frobisher Inn. Brunch on Sundays.

Mon-Fri 7AM–2PM and 5–9PM, Sat Sun 8AM–2PM and 5–9PM

Beer and wine store

on Niuraivik

Tue-Sat noon-7PM