Rankin Inlet Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
hamlet in Nunavut, Canada
About Rankin Inlet
The community of Rankin Inlet was formed next to a nickel mine in 1959, which employed most of the town's people. Rankin Inlet is well known for its strong winds in winter. The town is the second largest community in Nunavut and before 1999, Rankin was a regional centre for theNorthwest Territoriesgovernment. After the signing of the accord which separated Nunavut from the Northwest Territories, Rankin Inlet became principally a political centre of the territorial claims. It is again growing rapidly and serves as a hub for countless companies and organisations. With the development of a new gold mine and the opening of a correctional facility, the community is growing fast. Rankin hosts a wide range of recreational facilities like arenas for hockey and curling, a turf baseball diamond, and
Top Attractions in Rankin Inlet
Explore the best things to see and do in Rankin Inlet:
- ★Canada Day
- ★Hamlet Day
- ★Inukshuk
- ★Iqalugaarjuup Nunanga Territorial Park
- ★Marble Island
- ★Matchbox Gallery
- ★National Aboriginal Day
- ★Nunavut Day
Where to Eat in Rankin Inlet
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴The Captains Galley Restaurant
- 🍴Turaarvik Inns North Restaurant
Where to Stay in Rankin Inlet
- 🏨Katimavik Suites and Conference Centre
- 🏨Nanuq Lodge
- 🏨Siniktarvik Hotel and Conference Centre
- 🏨Tara’s Bed and Breakfast
- 🏨Turaarvik Inns North Hotel
Rankin Inlet Travel Guide Sections
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