Introduction

Did you know that Akulivik…

Is named for its unique geography which resembles the centre prong of a kakivak or traditional spear head used for fishing

Sits on a peninsula which juts into Hudson’s Bay

Has been an important hunting ground for Inuit for thousands of years 

Was built on the former site of a HBC trading post which was established in 1922 

Wasn’t officially incorporated until 1976, after several families that had set up summer camps in the area for generations decided to permanently settle in the area

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