Doak Island facts for kids
 Doak Island
Location in Nunavut
Doak Island
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Coronation Gulf |
| Coordinates | 68°23′N 111°26′W / 68.383°N 111.433°W |
| Archipelago | Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
| Administration | |
| Territory | Nunavut |
| Region | Kitikmeot |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
Doak Island is a small, uninhabited island in Canada's far north. It's located in a large body of water called Coronation Gulf, which is part of the Arctic Ocean. This island is found in the Nunavut territory, specifically in the Kitikmeot Region. It's a quiet place, rising only about 4 meters (13 feet) above the sea.
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Discovering Doak Island
Where is Doak Island Located?
Doak Island is situated in the Coronation Gulf, a large gulf in the Arctic Ocean. It lies south of Victoria Island, one of the biggest islands in the world. The island is part of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, a huge group of islands in northern Canada. It belongs to the Nunavut territory, within the Kitikmeot Region.
Who Was Corporal William Andrew Doak?
Doak Island was named in honor of Corporal William Andrew Doak. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). The RCMP is Canada's national police force. Corporal Doak served in the Arctic in the early 1900s. The island was named to remember his service.
Other Islands Nearby
Doak Island is not alone in the Coronation Gulf. There are several other islands close by. These include Bate Island, Murray Island, Edinburgh Island, and Takhoalok Island. You can also find the Sesqui Islands in the same area.
