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Traditional practices remain central to Inuit life in Nunavut. Hunting, fishing, and land-based skills provide food, maintain cultural connections, and pass knowledge between generations.
Caribou, seal, walrus, and other animals provide food, clothing, and materials. Hunting practices embody respect for animals and sharing within communities.
Arctic char, whitefish, and other species are harvested through ice fishing, netting, and traditional weirs. Fish camps bring families together each summer.
The snow house remains a vital survival skill for hunters and travelers. Building an iglu requires understanding snow conditions and construction techniques.
Though snowmobiles are common, dog teams continue to be used and valued for their reliability, cultural significance, and connection to tradition.
Processing sealskin, caribou hide, and other materials for clothing and tools requires extensive knowledge and skill passed through generations.
Traditional foods—caribou, seal, Arctic char, muktuk (whale skin)—remain dietary and cultural staples, shared within families and communities.