The Canadian Inuit Dog: Icon of Canada's North

For thousands of years, the Canadian Inuit Dog stood beside the Inuit people as a trusted companion, protector, hunter, and lifeline in the unforgiving Arctic wilderness.

In The Canadian Inuit Dog: Icon of Canada's North, author Kim Han delivers a deeply researched and emotionally compelling exploration of one of the world's oldest and most resilient Arctic dog breeds.

More than just a history of a remarkable sled dog, this book uncovers the extraordinary bond between the Inuit people and the qimmiq, a powerful working dog that helped generations survive the harsh realities of the North.

Through captivating stories, historical research, Indigenous traditions, genetics, Arctic exploration, and personal experiences, readers are taken on a fascinating journey across Canada's frozen landscapes and into the heart of Inuit culture.

Inside this book, readers will discover:

- The ancient origins of the Canadian Inuit Dog - The connection between wolves and Arctic sled dogs - Inuit traditions, survival, and dogsled culture - The role of qimmiq in Arctic exploration and hunting - The modern threats facing this rare indigenous breed - Personal stories of loyalty, endurance, and survival in the Arctic

Perfect for readers interested in:

• Arctic history and polar exploration
• Inuit and Indigenous culture
• Sled dogs and working dog breeds
• Canadian history and northern life
• Dog domestication and animal history
• Survival stories and Arctic heritage

Richly detailed and passionately written, this book is both a tribute to the Canadian Inuit Dog and a powerful preservation of an important part of Arctic heritage.

A researcher and librarian from Ottawa, Kim Han met the Canadian Inuit Dog through her daughter, Siu-Ling, a wildlife biologist who worked with and bred these dogs for almost two decades in Nunavut in Northern Canada. Kim has dedicated this book to her amazing daughter, and its proceeds will help fund programs for Nunavut youth.