Facts about Arctic Canada
Planning a trip to Arctic Iceland? Here are some essential and interesting facts to help you navigate this culturally rich and stunning Arctic region.
Facts about Facts about Arctic Canada
- Arctic
- Canada
Official Languages
English and Inuktitut
Regional Capital
Iqaluit, Nunavut
Population
100,000
Main Religion
Anglican Christianity
Currency
Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Area
1,407,770 sq. km
Time Zone
Arctic Canada follows the same time zones as southern Canada (UTC−05:00), with Iqaluit in the Eastern Time Zone.
Electricity
The standard voltage is 120 V, and the same plug types used in southern Canada apply.
Drinking Water
Tap water is safe to drink in most of the larger communities. However, travelers should always verify the quality in more remote locations.