Berkeley Islands facts for kids
 Berkeley Islands
Location in Nunavut
Berkeley Islands
Location in Canada
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| Location | Northern Canada |
| Coordinates | 76°43′05″N 100°40′08″W / 76.71806°N 100.66889°W |
| Archipelago | Queen Elizabeth Islands Arctic Archipelago |
| Major islands | Allard Island, Harwood Island, Ricards Island, Seymour Island, and Sherard Osborn Island |
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| Territory | Nunavut |
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| Population | Uninhabited |
The Berkeley Islands are a group of islands in Canada that no one lives on. They are located in the Nunavut territory, way up north in Canada. You can find them near the top of Bathurst Island, close to a place called Young Inlet.
These islands are part of a huge collection of islands called the Canadian Arctic Archipelago. They also belong to a smaller group known as the Parry Islands. The Berkeley Islands include several smaller islands like the Hosken Islands, Allard Island, Harwood Island, Ricards Island, Seymour Island, and Sherard Osborn Island (which is the biggest one!). They were named after Maurice Berkeley, 1st Baron FitzHardinge, who was an important leader in the Royal Navy (the British navy) a long time ago.
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Where are the Berkeley Islands?
The Berkeley Islands are found in the far north of Canada. They are part of Nunavut, which is Canada's largest and northernmost territory. This area is known for its very cold climate and vast, untouched landscapes. The islands are located specifically in the Qikiqtaaluk Region of Nunavut.
What is the Canadian Arctic Archipelago?
The Canadian Arctic Archipelago is a massive group of islands in northern Canada. It includes thousands of islands, big and small. These islands are covered in ice and snow for much of the year. They are home to unique wildlife like polar bears, seals, and various birds. The Berkeley Islands are just a tiny part of this huge island system.
What are the Parry Islands?
The Parry Islands are a smaller group of islands within the larger Queen Elizabeth Islands. The Queen Elizabeth Islands are themselves part of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago. The Parry Islands were explored by British naval officers in the early 1800s. They are named after Sir William Edward Parry, a famous Arctic explorer.
Who were the Berkeley Islands named after?
The islands were named in honor of Maurice Berkeley, 1st Baron FitzHardinge. He was an important person in the Royal Navy, which is the navy of the United Kingdom. He held a high position called First Sea Lord. This title means he was one of the most senior officers in charge of the navy. Naming places after important figures was a common practice during the time these islands were being explored.
