Today, Inuit work in all sectors of the economy, including mining,
oil and gas, construction, government and administrative services.
Many Inuit still supplement their income through hunting.
Tourism is a growing industry in the Inuit economy. Inuit guides
take tourists on dogsled and hunting expeditions, and work with
outfitting organizations. About 30 percent of Inuit derive
part-time income from their sculpture, carving and print
making.
The settlement of land claims in the Northwest Territories, Nunavut
and Northern Quebec has given the Inuit money and a framework to
develop and expand economic development activities. New emerging
businesses include real estate, tourism, airlines and offshore
fisheries.
yes they probably do get welfare checks and everything else that
comes with modern society. 
