Arctic Delta Town (Inuvik, N.W.T.)

1972Film

Direction: Douglas MacDonald

Production: Don Hopkins

Describes life in the Mackenzie River delta town of Inuvik. Discusses problems caused by permafrost, the unusual way of life for school children who live in town hostels, and describes everyday activities common to most Canadians. Examines important industries of oil and natural gas production.

Subject categories

  • Urbanism > Northern Mining Towns

Credits

director
Douglas MacDonald
producer
Don Hopkins
photography
Doug Wilkinson
studio
Wes Heeney