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Arviat

Within the context of the development of the Nunavut Parks Program, the Department of Environment, Parks and Special Places Division is studying the feasibility of developing an attraction in the community of Arviat as the focus for protecting and preserving the area's natural and cultural heritage, and enhancing opportunities for recreation, tourism and economic development.

Arviat is the second most-southern community in Nunavut and is located in the Kivalliq Region approximately 260km north of Churchill, Manitoba and about 100km away from the tree line. Arviat is located in close proximity to the McConnell Migratory Bird Sanctuary and the Arvia'juaq and Qikiqtaarjuk National Historic Sites and is surrounded by a number of rivers that wind through the open tundra.

Potential park development areas around Arviat have been identified at, but are not limited to, the McConnell River Falls for its scenery and wildlife – which would complement a the Migratory Bird Sanctuary managed by Canadian Wildlife Service; Padlei at Kinga Lake for archaeological, historical, and wildlife significance; Maguse River and Post north of Arviat for its historical significance; and Edehon Lake southwest of Arviat for archaeological, scenery, and wildlife importance.