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Quaqtaq

Quaqtaq is a northern village in Nunavik, northern Quebec, Canada. Its population was 453 in the Canada 2021 Census.

Type CityPopulation 453

Why go

  • Northern village municipality in Quebec, Canada.
  • Served by Quaqtaq Airport (YQC).

History

Quaqtaq is a northern village in Nunavik, northern Quebec, Canada. Its population was 453 in the Canada 2021 Census.

Where to stay

Coop Hotel Quaqtaq
453 Street Saamuili, Quaqtaq, Quebec J0M 1J0, Canada
Indoor
Tuvaaluk Hotel & Office Complex
740 Cemetery Road, Quaqtaq, Quebec J0M 1J0, Canada
Indoor

Airports

Quaqtaq Airport (YQC) 1 km to the centre
Quaqtaq, QC, CA — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor. ✈ direct flights to 2 destinations incl. Kangiqsujuaq, Kangirsuk (OpenFlights route data).
Indoor | Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Quaqtaq
Quaqtaq
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Quaqtaq Airport (YQC). Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: YQC has direct flights to 2 destinations on 0 airline (incl. Kangiqsujuaq, Kangirsuk).

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Quaqtaq. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

VIA Rail Canada
National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Ebus
Intercity coach
Rider Express
Intercity coach