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Has been held annually for 10 days in the middle of July, around the end of the midnight-sun period. Participating artists come from across the north, as far way as Newfoundland, and even some from Alaska; while artists and art lovers come from all over the world to appreciate their work. Everyone one with the northern spirit is welcome to have bannock and caribou stew and see the best of the best in Arctic art. Some artists are even creating their pieces on site, so you can see first hand how to turn a stone into a magnificent figure of polar bears, walrus or Inuit faces.
The Great Northern Arts Festival is held each year in Inuvik, Northwest Territories. Lasting approximately ten days, it is an annual event held each summer. It was established in 1989 by Charlene Alexander and Sue Rose. While the festival's mandate is to serve Northern artists and craftspeople, artists from around the world also attend. The festival is designed as a venue for artists to see each other's work and to experiment with new applications. It includes arts of all types, such as fiber art and Music of the Northwest Territories. Artists partake in demonstrations, masterclasses, seminars, and workshops. The festival's gallery offers pieces for sale. There are cultural presentations each evening which include concerts, dance, fashion, music, and storytelling. Media coverage brings festival highlights to viewing audiences.
Igloo Church
Probably Inuvik's best-known building, there are reasons to check out this prominent downtown landmark even if you aren't a devout Catholic celebrating Mass away from home. This distinctive circular domed church, with its exterior painted to look like an igloo, was built in 1960, making it one of the oldest buildings in town. Inside it features artwork by Inuit artist Mona Thrasher. Church staff sometime offer scheduled tours providing a behind-the-scenes look at the building, including its unique roof and basement areas.
North America's northernmost mosque. Not too distinctive architecturally, except for the (purely functional) minaret.
Great swimming pool: lanes, "lazy river," large water slide, volleyball net and basketball net. Also a canteen selling food and drinks, an 85' x 200' arena, 2 squash courts, a children's play zone, fitness centre, a community hall and meeting rooms, and a 4-sheet curling rink and lounge.