Northwest Territories Going Out

Food and Drink

Most alcohol is imported and supplies vary from town to town. Hotels and restaurants in main towns normally have a good selection, including Canadian whiskies.

Regional specialities:
• Arctic char, grayling, musk ox and caribou.

Legal drinking age: 19.

Tipping:
It is customary to tip 15% in bars and restaurants.

Shopping

There are over 40 cooperatives in the Northwest Territories specialising in handicrafts, furs, fisheries, print shops and retailing. First Nations handicrafts and footwear are made locally for sale. The often higher cost of goods (an increase of up to 20% on the rest of Canada) is due to the supply and distribution charges caused by the large distances involved.
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