Tourism

Kivalliq Regional Tourism Center
Sara Acher
Telephone- 867-645-3838
Fax- 867-645-3904
Email- kivalliqtourism@qiniq.com

Community Economic Development Officer
Damian MacInnis
Telephone- 867-645-2895
Fax- 867-645-2146
Email- cedo@rankininlet.ca

Visitors can immerse themselves in a Stone-Age Culture by visiting the nearby Iqalugaarjuup Nunanga Territorial Park and catch glimpses of Ancient Inuit Traditions. This Thule Site as well as a newly built "Qangmak" or Traditional Sod House, which were seasonal dwellings for Inuit, are located on the mouth of the Meliadine River which is 5 km north of Rankin Inlet and accessible by road. Both the Meliadine River & nearby Diane River are favorite fishing spots for local residents.

Local guided tours can take you on fishing trips to these nearby spots during the short summer – June, July & August. Also, take a Guided Boat Tour to Marble Island, 32 km south of Rankin Inlet. This eerily white island can be seen as a mirage from Rankin Inlet. This is where the famous James Knight expedition of 1721 perished. James Knight and his crew were searching for the famous Northwest Passage and valuable minerals. You can see the remains of one of their ships and their ancient graves.

For an exciting cultural adventure, visit Rankin Inlet during its’ Annual Hamlet Days or “Pakallak Time” (April 26-May 9). This Spring Festival is a chance for residents and visitors, to get together for some fun, at the end of the long Arctic winter.

Accommodations:

Aurora Northern
Ph: 645-3556 or 2385
Bed and Breakfast

Ferguson Lake Lodge
Keith Sharp
Ph: 645-2414
Fax: 645-2197
Fishing Lodge

Kissarvik Co-op Hotel
Ph: 645-4955
Fax: 645-4956
Hotel and restaurant

Nanuq Lodge
John Hickes
Ph: 645-2650
Fax: 645-2640
nanuq@qiniq.com
info@nunuqlodge.com

RI Housing Association
Ph: 645-2926
Public Housing

Sakku Properties
Ph: 645-2805
Commercial Office space/ Residential house lease

Siniktarvik Hotel and Restaurant
Ph: 645-2949
Fax: 645-2999
sinik@arctic.ca
Hotel and restaurant, conference and catering facilities

Tara’s Bed and Breakfast
Tara Tootoo
Ph: 645-3478
Fax: 645-3538
bryara@arctic.ca

Turnaavik Hotel
Ph: 645-4955
Hotel and restaurant

Dining:

A & K Canteen and Concession
Kelly Clark
Ph: 645-3565
Concession service of snacks and pizza

Kelly’s Catering
Kelly Clark
Ph: 645-3565
Catering Business

Kissarvik Co-op Hotel
Ph: 645-4955
Fax: 645-4956
Hotel and restaurant

Quick Stop and Snack Bar
Ph: 645-2055
Located at the Northern Store

Sakku Caterers Ltd.
Ph: 645-2805
Serve and Cater Food

Siniktarvik Hotel and Restaurant
Ph: 645-2949
Fax: 645-2999
sinik@arctic.ca
Hotel and restaurant, conference and catering facilities

Spring Roll Canteen
David Ciedo
Ph: 645-3713

Sugar Rush Café
Ph: 645-3372
Fax: 645-3374
Café serving soups, sandwiches, doughnuts, coffee etc.

Tess Catering
Teresita Ciedo
Ph: 645-3713
Fax: 645-3713
Catering Services

Wild Wolf Café
Ph: 645-4499
Restaurant

Outdoor Activities:

Iqalugaarjup Nunanga Territorial Park:

Visitors can immerse themselves in a Stone-Age Culture by visiting the nearby Iqalugaarjup Nunanga Territorial Park and catch glimpses of Ancient Inuit Traditions. This Thule Site is located on the mouth of the Meliadine River which is 5 km north of Rankin Inlet and accessible by road. Both the Meliadine River & nearby Diane River are favorite fishing spots for local residents.

Marble Island:

During the short summer– June, July & August, local tour guides can take you on fishing trips to nearby locations. You could also take a Guided Boat Tour to Marble Island, 32 km south of Rankin Inlet. This eerily white island can be seen as a mirage from Rankin Inlet. This is where the famous James Knight expedition of 1721 perished. James Knight and his crew were searching for the famous Northwest Passage and valuable minerals. You can see the remains of one of their ships and their ancient graves.

Attractions:

Matchbox Gallery Susan Shirley
Ph: 645-2674
Fax: 645-2674
Art Retailer and wholesaler, call for an appointment

Elder’s Cabin
Located "out on the land"

Marble Island

Sandy Beach

Pakalluk Time- April 26-May 9

Avataq Cup- February 18-21

Polar Bear Plate- February 26-28