The creation of Nunavut has been followed by growth in the capital , Iqaluit -- a modest increase from 5,200 in 2001 to 6,600 in 2011 .
The transition to establish Nunavut Territory was completed on April 1 , 1999 .
The creation of Nunavut Territory has been followed by growth in the capital , Iqaluit -- a modest increase from 5,200 in 2001 to 6,600 in 2011 .
The transition to establish Nunavut Territory was completed on April 1 , 1999 .