Bush Island (Nunavut) facts for kids
 Bush Island
Location in Nunavut
Bush Island
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Hudson Strait |
| Coordinates | 60°29′N 64°43′W / 60.48°N 64.72°W |
| Archipelago | Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
| Highest elevation | 152 m (499 ft) |
| Administration | |
| Nunavut | Nunavut |
| Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
| Source: Bush Island at the Atlas of Canada | |
Bush Island is a small, remote island located in Nunavut, Canada. It sits in the chilly waters of the Hudson Strait. This island is part of the vast Canadian Arctic Archipelago, a group of many islands in northern Canada. Bush Island is not home to any people, making it an uninhabited place.
Exploring Bush Island
Bush Island is about 9.5 miles (15.3 kilometers) away from the northern tip of Killiniq Island. A small bay called Port Harvey separates these two landmasses. The island itself is about 2.5 miles (4 kilometers) long and 1.2 miles (1.9 kilometers) wide.
How High is Bush Island?
The highest point on Bush Island is about 152 meters (500 feet) above sea level. This is roughly the height of a 50-story building!
Nearby Islands
There are several other islands close to Bush Island. To its west, you can find Perrett Island, Hettash Island, and Flat Island. These islands are separated from Bush Island by a narrow stretch of water called Lenz Strait.
Two groups of islands are also nearby. The Knight Islands are about 13.5 miles (21.7 kilometers) away. The Cape Chidley Islands are a bit further, at about 16.1 miles (25.9 kilometers) from Bush Island.
