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Fishing near Rankin Inlet, Nunavut


Rankin Inlet sits on the western shore of Hudson Bay in Kivalliq, Nunavut. The area is known for cold-water species in its rivers and lakes, with the Meliadine River — running through Iqalugaarjup Nunangat Territorial Park — standing out as a go-to spot for grayling. Arctic char and lake trout draw anglers to the surrounding waters as well.

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are in Rankin Inlet, Nunavut and what's needed to catch them.

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Arctic Char

Arctic Char

Salvelinus alpinus

Artic Grayling

Artic Grayling

Thymallus arcticus

Atlantic Salmon

Atlantic Salmon

Salmo salar


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