Aulatsiviit facts for kids
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Location | Hudson Strait |
Coordinates | 62°43′18″N 069°44′58″W / 62.72167°N 69.74944°W |
Archipelago | Arctic Archipelago |
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Canada
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Territory | Nunavut |
Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
Demographics | |
Population | Uninhabited |
Aulatsiviit (in Inuktitut syllabics: ᐊᐅᓚᑦᓯᕖᑦ), which used to be called Aulassivik Island, is a special island in Canada. It's located in the Qikiqtaaluk Region of Nunavut. This island is completely uninhabited, meaning no people live there.
Aulatsiviit is an offshore island of Baffin Island. It sits in the Hudson Strait, a large body of water in Canada's Arctic. The closest community to Aulatsiviit is Kimmirut, which is about 16.6 kilometers away.
Exploring Aulatsiviit Island
Aulatsiviit is part of the many islands found in the Canadian Arctic. It's a quiet place, untouched by human settlements. This makes it an interesting spot for wildlife.
Where is Aulatsiviit Located?
This island is in the northern part of Canada. It's specifically in the Nunavut territory. Nunavut is known for its vast, icy landscapes and unique wildlife. Aulatsiviit is in the Qikiqtaaluk Region, which is the largest and northernmost region of Nunavut.
Islands Nearby
Aulatsiviit is surrounded by many other islands in the Hudson Strait. Some of these nearby islands include Lavoie Island, Wishart Island, Nuvursirpaaraaluk Island, Lee Island, Forder Island, Poodlatee Island, Beacon Island, Black Bluff Island, Ijjurittiak Island, Ivisaat Island, Glasgow Island, Juet Island, and Uugalautiit Island. These islands are all part of the beautiful and rugged Arctic landscape.