Copeland Islands (Nunavut) facts for kids
 Copeland Islands
Location in Nunavut
Copeland Islands
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Gulf of Boothia |
| Coordinates | 70°5′59″N 091°52′00″W / 70.09972°N 91.86667°W |
| Archipelago | Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
| Administration | |
| Territory | Nunavut |
| Region | Kitikmeot |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
The Copeland Islands are a small group of islands located in the northern part of Canada. They are part of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, a huge collection of islands in the Arctic Ocean. These islands are found in the territory of Nunavut, which is home to many Inuit people.
Where are the Copeland Islands located?
The Copeland Islands are situated in the western part of the Gulf of Boothia. This gulf is a large body of water in the Canadian Arctic. The islands are right at the entrance of Thom Bay.
Nearby land and islands
To the east of the Copeland Islands, you'll find the Boothia Peninsula. This is a large piece of land that sticks out into the Arctic waters.
Other islands are also close by. The Martin Islands are located to the north of the Copeland Islands. If you look to the east, you will see the Hecla and Fury Islands.
Who lives on the Copeland Islands?
Currently, the Copeland Islands are uninhabited. This means that no people live there permanently. Many islands in the Canadian Arctic are uninhabited due to the very cold climate and remote location.
