With a population of only 28,000 it is one of the least populated and unspoiled regions on the planet. With the development of its own territorial government and the necessary infrastructure, coupled with mining, construction and tourism, the economy is healthy. Nunavut communities have seen an astonishing rate of new construction and upgrading in recent years. Typically, all communities have one or two general stores and a small hotel. Electrical power is derived from diesel generators and most buildings are heated with oil furnaces.
Telephone services are via satellite and many communities now have Internet access.
CBC Radio and cable television are available in each community.