L4 - Having Nunavat

Question 1

What are the key features of traditional subsistence lifestyle?

Answer 1

Dog-sledding​

Walrus and seal hunting​

Kayak use​

Local arts and crafts​

Inuktut language

Question 2

Why does tourism make the Nunavat vulnerable?

Answer 2

Traditional cultures are being diluted and in some cases exploited as an attraction (Child exploitation in Nunavut)

Question 3

What impact has gold mining had on the Nunavat?

Answer 3

Has lead to destruction of wildlife habitat and increased waste pollution

Question 4

What impact has CC had on the Nunavat?

Answer 4

Has meant that some traditional activities are no longer possible (e.g. Inuit no longer able to hunt as the sea-ice is too unstable for dog sledding).

Question 5

What impact has development of infrastructure had on the Nunavat?

Answer 5

Improved transport links have allowed new ideas to be brought in with migration, but also allow locals to migrate out. Cultural dilution.

Question 6

What impact has globalisation had on the Nunavat?

Answer 6

Growing awareness of life beyond Inuit culture is major draw (pull factor) – think of the opportunities and possibilities…