Uvagut TV facts for kids
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| Country | Canada |
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| Broadcast area | National |
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| Owner | Nunavut Independent Television Network |
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| Launched | January 18, 2021 |
Uvagut TV is a special Canadian television channel. Its name means "Our TV" in the Inuktitut language. This channel is the first in Canada to show programs only in Inuktitut. It is also one of the few channels made for Indigenous communities in Canada.
What is Uvagut TV?
Uvagut TV is owned by the Nunavut Independent Television Network. It is a unique channel because it focuses on the Inuktitut language. This language is spoken by many Inuit people in Canada's Arctic regions. The channel helps keep the language and culture alive. It is a "specialty channel," which means it focuses on a specific type of programming.
What Can You Watch on Uvagut TV?
Uvagut TV offers many different kinds of shows. You can watch:
- Shows for children
- Movies
- Documentaries (real-life stories)
- Programs about culture
- News and current events
When Did Uvagut TV Start?
Uvagut TV began broadcasting on January 18, 2021. When it first launched, you could watch it in certain areas. These included Nunavut and the Northwest Territories through Arctic Co-op Cable. It also became available across Canada through Shaw Direct. You can also watch it online.
