Canoe Island (Nova Scotia) facts for kids
| Geography | |
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| Location | Lobster Bay, Nova Scotia |
| Coordinates | 43°40′35″N 65°49′41″W / 43.676445°N 65.827936°W |
| Adjacent bodies of water | Gulf of Maine |
| Highest elevation | 40 ft (12 m) |
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Canada
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| Province | Nova Scotia |
| County | Yarmouth County |
| Municipal district | Argyle |
| Village | West Pubnico |
Canoe Island is a small island located in Nova Scotia, Canada. You can find it near West Pubnico, which is known as the oldest Acadian village in North America. The island sits in Lobster Bay, which is part of the larger Gulf of Maine in the North Atlantic Ocean.
What is Canoe Island Like?
Canoe Island is about 11 acres (or 4.5 hectares) in size. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of eight football fields! The highest point on the island is 40 feet (about 12 meters) above sea level. Imagine standing on top of a four-story building – that's how high it is!
Who Owns Canoe Island?
Canoe Island is a private island. This means it's owned by a family, not by the government or the public. The Tor STAVNES Family, who are originally from Norway, are the owners of this beautiful island.
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