Tunngavik

Tunngavik is a region in the Canadian territory of Nunavut, located in the northern part of Baffin Island. It is a geographic and cultural area inhabited by the Inuit people, who have traditionally relied on hunting and whaling to sustain themselves.

The name "Tunngavik" is derived from the Inuktitut language, in which the word "tunngavik" means "land with islands." This refers to the region's unique geography, characterized by a vast network of islands and coastal waters. The area is also known for its harsh climate, with long, cold winters and short, cool summers.

Tunngavik is a culturally significant area for the Inuit people, who have lived there for thousands of years. The region is home to numerous archaeological sites, which contain evidence of human habitation dating back to the early Holocene period. These sites include hunting camps, food caches, and other archaeological features.

Today, Tunngavik is a remote and sparsely populated area, with most residents living in small communities along the coast. The economy of the region is largely based on hunting, whaling, and fishing, with some communities also relying on fur trade and tourism.

In 1975, the Inuit of Tunngavik negotiated the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement, a land claim settlement that established the Nunavut Territory and gave indigenous peoples control over a significant portion of the Canadian homeland. The agreement also provided for the establishment of the Inuvialuit Regional Corporation, which is responsible for managing the land and resources of the region on behalf of the Inuit people.