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Our Town
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Boardwalk (larger version)
Rigolet is the southern most Inuit community in the world, located on the north coast of Labrador. Incorporated in 1977, our town has a population of 315.

We are the home to a variety of fish and wildlife: Atlantic Salmon, Arctic Char, trout, seals, black bears, polar bears, foxes, martens, muskrats, otters, beavers, wolves, lynx and caribou can all be found here.

The countless ponds and lakes are breeding and nesting areas for several species of migratory birds, such as black ducks and geese. Partridges, also known as ptarmigan, rabbits and porcupine can also be found in the wooded areas around Rigolet.

From June to November, Minke Whales (locally called Grumpus) can be seen feeding just outside the Town's dock. Humpback and Orca have also been seen in the Rigolet area.

Rigolet is also home to many talented artists and craft persons. Grasswork, carvings and a variety of clothing made from seal skin and moose hide are among the many wonderful arts and crafts which are produced in Rigolet.
 
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St. Timothy's Anglican Church (larger version)
St. Timothy's Anglican Church

Our church was established in 1985. Rev. Howard Hynes was the first Rector of St. Timothy's. Today we have a visiting Priest; Archdeacon Julie Brace. She spends time in Rigolet when her busy schedule allows. The local Deacon, Rev. Sarah Baikie, conducts church services for the three weeks of each month that the Priest cannot be in town.

St. Timothy's Vestry handles the day to day business of the Church, which includes administering the Food Bank.
 
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