Austin Island facts for kids
 Austin Island
Location in Nunavut
Austin Island
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Hudson Bay |
| Coordinates | 61°20′N 094°00′W / 61.333°N 94.000°W |
| Archipelago | Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
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| Nunavut | Nunavut |
| Region | Kivalliq |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
Austin Island is a small, uninhabited island located in the cold waters of Hudson Bay. It is part of Nunavut, Canada's largest and northernmost territory. This island is one of many that make up the vast Canadian Arctic Archipelago.
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Discovering Austin Island
Austin Island is a fascinating part of Canada's Arctic region. It's a place of natural beauty, even though no people live there.
Where is Austin Island?
This island is found in the western part of Hudson Bay. This is a huge inland sea in northeastern Canada. The closest town to Austin Island is Arviat. Arviat is about 26.8 kilometers (16.7 miles) to the west.
An Uninhabited Arctic Spot
Austin Island is known for being uninhabited. This means that no people live on the island permanently. Many islands in the Canadian Arctic are like this. They are often too cold or remote for people to settle there.
The Hudson Bay Environment
Hudson Bay is a very important area for wildlife. It is home to many animals, including polar bears, seals, and various birds. The bay itself is a large body of saltwater. It connects to the Atlantic Ocean through the Hudson Strait.
The climate around Austin Island is very cold. Winters are long and harsh, with lots of ice. Summers are short and cool. This environment shapes the types of plants and animals that can survive there.
