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TSIIGEHTCHIC
“Mouth of the iron river”
[email protected]
(867) 953-3201
Population: 179
Stationed atop a commanding bluff at the
confluence of the Mackenzie and Arctic Red
Rivers, this tiny Gwich’in town is steeped in
traditional fishing, hunting and trapping. It’s a
worthwhile stop for Dempster Highway travellers,
who can stroll the riverbanks, stop in at the
visitor centre, and check out the picturesque,
100-year-old church. Access across the river is
via ferry in summer and ice road in winter.
Photo: Colin Field/NWT Tourism
AKLAVIK
“Barrenground grizzly place”
www.aklavik.ca
(867) 978-2351
Population: 691
This Gwich’in/Inuvialuit town rests on
the western flank of the Mackenzie
Delta, near to the Richardson Mountains.
Once the region’s administrative centre,
locals were slated to be moved to Inuvik,
but refused – hence their motto, “Never
say die.” Don’t miss the grave of the Mad
Trapper, the mysterious backwoods
killer who led Mounties on one of
Canada’s greatest manhunts. Access is
by air or water or, in winter, via the ice
road from Inuvik.
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