City of Iqaluit

Our Story

The City of Iqaluit is home to a thriving business community. We offer all the services and amenities one would expect from a capital city. Whether you're only visiting or are a long-term resident, support local businesses when you can. Each year, our businesses provide services to Iqalummiut, major mining operations, international companies and many others. We have a young and well-trained workforce and Iqaluit is a great place to do business.

Services to businesses at the City of Iqaluit are managed by the Economic Development department. Contact them for questions on business licences, which must be renewed annually, and for other information related to business operations in Iqaluit.

The city also has developed a community economic development plan that will guide business development for the next several years.