The Public Works and Engineering Department is responsible for the essential services in the city that include water and sewer services, road maintenance, garbage and waste collection and the maintenance of all municipal buildings.  The Department is structured into five operational divisions, each with a foreman who is responsible for the day-to-day operations and delivery of quality services within each division.

City of Iqaluit Planning and Development

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IQALUIT CITY COUNCIL

Iqaluit city council is comprised of the Mayor and eight city councillors who serve a four-year term.

Members of the city council meet at regularly scheduled council meetings throughout the year, as well as a special council meeting as needed.

Mayor Solomon Awa

Our city provides many exciting social and cultural experiences for visitors. Whether you want to have tea with elders, get out with a dog team, go snowmobiling, dance under the Alianait! Big Top, or visit with friends and family, Iqaluit has a lot to offer. Our city is a great place to stopover, vacation or choose for your next meeting or conference. We have Nunavut’s largest selection of hotels, B&Bs, restaurants and stores.

Whether you are coming for business or pleasure, Iqaluit has lots to offer when you visit! 

If you love the outdoors, you will fall in love with our city for its year round activities. Frobisher Bay is a great kite-skiing destination in the winter, as well as a snowmobilers playground. In the spring and summer, fishing, kayaking, boating and even diving are all activities that will make your trip a memorable one. Our licensed outfitters can help you plan a day trip, a town tour, or even a camping adventure. 

Welcome Iqalummiut!

Iqaluit has many exciting things to offer residents, including great recreation programs, exciting events, and a vibrant local business sector. The people of Iqaluit are among our most valuable resources. Together, we have a bright future that reflects the strengths of our traditional Inuit and northern culture, and enhances them with modern ways. We are a great place to live and play, and we hope that as we grow, you will grow with us!