Abbreviation |
NU |
Time Zone |
Eastern Time (ET) |
Area |
2,038,722 square kilometers |
Location |
Northernmost territory, covering a vast area of Arctic wilderness. |
Topography |
Arctic tundra, icebergs, and glaciers. |
Capital |
Iqaluit |
Population |
Approximately 39,000 (2021) |
Known For |
Arctic wildlife, Inuit culture. |
Business Strength |
Mining, fishing, and traditional Inuit arts. |
Economy |
Relies on natural resources, traditional Inuit activities. |
Main Cities |
Iqaluit. |
Median Household Income |
Approximately $78,987 (2019) |