Heritage and Traditions

Archaeological Expidition to Kuupak – Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre

This exhibit is part of the "Journey With Nuligak" on-line learning program inspired by the real life experiences of an Inuvialuk who lived in the western Canadian Arctic from about 1895 until his death in 1966.

Source: Government of Northwest Territories; Education, Culture and Employment

Idaà Trail – Lessons from the Land

This page is an educational module focusing on the Idaà trail, which runs between Great Slave Lake and Great Bear Lake; information is provided on several landmarks along the way, as well as a teacher's guide and online story.

Inuvialuit of the Western Arctic – From Ancient Times to 1902

Text written by Dr. David Morrison, Archaeological Survey of Canada, pertaining to the Inuvialuit of the Western Arctic.

Source: Government of Canada; Canadian Museum of Civilization Corporation (CMCC)

Inuvialuit Place Name Virtual Exhibit, The

By sharing their memories and knowledge of places that are important to them, Inuvialuit Elders are continuing a tradition of passing information about their culture and heritage to the generations that follow them.

Source: Government of Northwest Territories; Education, Culture and Employment

Modern Inuvialuit Culture

This page gives a brief overview of modern Inuvialuit culture, including their relationship with the land, fishing and hunting.

Source: Inuvialuit Regional Corporation

Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre

The Centre is dedicated to preserving the heritage and culture of the Inuit, Inuvialuit, Dene, Metis, and non-aboriginal peoples of the NWT, and houses the territorial museum, the NWT Archives, and heritage programs.

Source: Government of Northwest Territories; Education, Culture and Employment

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