Renovation Costs in Iqaluit

Iqaluit has the highest renovation costs in Canada — often 50–100% above southern prices. Every material must be shipped by sealift (summer only) or expensive air freight. The local contractor pool is extremely limited, and many projects require flying in specialized workers from southern Canada, adding accommodation and travel costs. The Nunavut Housing Corporation and federal programs offer significant subsidies for home improvements that can offset some of these costs.