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Povungnituk

Puvirnituq, also known by its previously official name of Povungnituk, is a northern village in Nunavik, on the Povungnituk River near its mouth on Hudson Bay in northern Quebec, Canada. Its population was 2,129 as of the 2021 Canadian census.

Type CityPopulation 2,129

Why go

  • Inuit Northern village in Nunavik, Quebec.
  • Served by Puvirnituq Airport (YPX).

History

Puvirnituq, also known by its previously official name of Povungnituk, is a northern village in Nunavik, on the Povungnituk River near its mouth on Hudson Bay in northern Quebec, Canada. Its population was 2,129 as of the 2021 Canadian census.

Airports

Puvirnituq Airport (YPX) 1.5 km to the centre
Puvirnituq, QC, CA — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day. ✈ direct flights to 4 destinations incl. Akulivik, Inukjuak, La Grande Riviere, Quujjuaq (OpenFlights route data).
Indoor | Outdoor
Akulivik Airport (AKV) 99 km to the centre
Akulivik, 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. Ivujivik, Puvirnituq (OpenFlights route data).
Indoor | Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Povungnituk River — Povungnituk
Povungnituk River — Povungnituk
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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 Puvirnituq Airport (YPX); 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: YPX has direct flights to 4 destinations on 0 airline (incl. Akulivik, Inukjuak, La Grande Riviere, Quujjuaq).

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Povungnituk. 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