Northwest Territories

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Northwest Territories

Name

Northwest Territories

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Region / Subdivision

Summary

The Northwest Territories is a vast federal territory in northern Canada bordering Nunavut and Yukon. It features diverse landscapes ranging from boreal forests to the Arctic tundra. The capital city, Yellowknife, is situated on the northern shore of Great Slave Lake.

Statistics

Area

1,346,106.00 km²

Population

41,070

Location