Ulukhaktok (Holman)

Photo Courtesy of GNWT

Lat: 70° 43' 60N
Long: 117° 45' 0W

Holman or Uluksaqtuuq meaning "place where one finds material to make ulus", located on Victoria Island, is the most easterly Inuvialuit community. Although linked to the Western Arctic, Holman also has traditional ties with the Inuit of the Central Arctic. The culture is very much alive in Holman with western-style and eastern-style drum dancing, throat singing, and a unique style of printmaking. Many residents have artistic backgrounds and are involved with the Holman Eskimo Co-op in producing prints, tapestries, sewing and other crafts.