Algaq facts for kids
 Algaq
Location in Nunavut
Algaq
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Bathurst Inlet |
| Coordinates | 67°30′37″N 108°22′30″W / 67.51028°N 108.37500°W |
| Archipelago | Barry Islands, Arctic Archipelago |
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Canada
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| Territory | Nunavut |
| Region | Kitikmeot |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
Algaq is a small island located in a very cold part of Canada. It used to be called Algak Island. This island is part of a group called the Barry Islands. These islands are found within the larger Arctic Archipelago.
Discover Algaq Island
Algaq is a quiet, uninhabited island. This means no people live there. It is located in a place called Bathurst Inlet. This inlet is a long, narrow arm of the sea. It cuts into the land in the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut.
Where is Algaq Located?
Algaq Island is in the northern part of Canada. It is part of the Arctic Archipelago. This is a huge group of islands in the Arctic Ocean. Nunavut is one of Canada's three territories. It is known for its vast, icy landscapes and its Inuit culture.
Nearby Islands in Bathurst Inlet
Algaq is not alone in Bathurst Inlet. It has several island neighbors. These include:
These islands are all part of the same cold, northern environment. They are often covered in ice and snow for much of the year.
