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Exile (2009) - FAQ

Frequently asked questions about this film.

What year were Inuit families forcibly relocated to the High Arctic?

Inuit families were forcibly relocated to the High Arctic in 1953.

How far were the Inuit relocated from their traditional homeland?

The Inuit were relocated 1500 kilometres north of their traditional homeland of Nunavik.

What was the goal of the High Arctic Relocation?

The goal of the relocation was to extend Canadian claims of sovereignty to Ellesmere Island.