Carey Island (Nunavut) facts for kids
 Carey Island
Location in Nunavut
Carey Island
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | James Bay |
| Coordinates | 52°19′N 79°02′W / 52.32°N 79.03°W |
| Archipelago | Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
| Administration | |
| Nunavut | Nunavut |
| Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
| Ethnic groups | Cree |
Carey Island is a small island in Canada. It is also sometimes called Cary Island. This island is one of many Canadian arctic islands.
Carey Island is located in the middle part of James Bay. James Bay is a large body of water in Nunavut, Canada. The island sits south of a place called Vieux-Comptoir, which used to be known as Old Factory.
Island Location and Features
Carey Island is part of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago. This is a huge group of islands in northern Canada. It is found in the Qikiqtaaluk Region of Nunavut.
The island itself is not home to any people. It is an uninhabited island. This means no one lives there permanently.
Nearby Nature
Close to Carey Island, you can find the Boatswain Bay Migratory Bird Sanctuary. A sanctuary is a special protected area. This one helps to keep birds safe. Many different kinds of birds use this area as a resting or breeding spot.
