The Northwest Territories’ polar-bear shaped licence plate, introduced in 1970, is highly coveted among collectors, with enthusiasts like Steven Silver and Sam Bova praising its unique design. Initially created to celebrate the territory’s centennial, the plate quickly gained popularity, even being named the 1970 plate of the year by the Automobile License Plate Collectors Association. Following Nunavut’s establishment in 1999, both territories retained versions of the design, with Nunavut later adopting a rectangular plate. The polar bear plate remains iconic, attracting interest for its distinctiveness compared to standard rectangular plates worldwide.
