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Beacon Island
Beacon Island is located in Nunavut
Beacon Island
Beacon Island
Location in Nunavut
Beacon Island is located in Canada
Beacon Island
Beacon Island
Location in Canada
Geography
Location Ungava Bay
Coordinates 58°54′02″N 66°20′28″W / 58.90056°N 66.34111°W / 58.90056; -66.34111
Archipelago Arctic Archipelago
Highest elevation 208 m (682 ft)
Administration
Canada
Territory Nunavut
Region Qikiqtaaluk
Demographics
Ethnic groups Inuit

Beacon Island is a small, quiet island in Ungava Bay, Nunavut, Canada. It's a place where no one lives, located near Cape Naujaat. This island sits on the western side of the mouth of the George River in Quebec.

Where is Beacon Island Located?

Beacon Island is found in the northern part of Canada. It is part of the Qikiqtaaluk Region in Nunavut. This territory is known for its cold climate and amazing, wild landscapes. The island's highest point is about 208 meters (682 feet) above sea level.

Exploring Ungava Bay

The island is specifically located within Ungava Bay. This is a very large bay in northern Quebec and Nunavut. It connects to the Atlantic Ocean. Ungava Bay is known for its strong tides and cold waters.

Near the George River

Beacon Island is also very close to the mouth of the George River. This important river flows into Ungava Bay from Quebec. The area around the river is home to wildlife.

Why is Beacon Island Uninhabited?

Beacon Island is an uninhabited island. This means that no people live there permanently. Many islands in the Arctic are uninhabited. This is often because of the very cold weather and remote location. The island is far from towns and cities. It would be very hard to live there all year round.

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