Iglunga Island facts for kids
 Iglunga Island
Location in Nunavut
Iglunga Island
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Cumberland Sound |
| Coordinates | 66°17′N 67°10′W / 66.29°N 67.16°W |
| Archipelago | Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
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| Nunavut | Nunavut |
| Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
Iglunga Island is a small island located in the far north of Canada. It is found in the Qikiqtaaluk Region of Nunavut, which is one of Canada's three territories. This island is not home to any people.
Exploring Iglunga Island's Location
Iglunga Island is situated within a large body of water called Cumberland Sound. This sound is part of Baffin Island, which is the largest island in Canada. The island sits between two specific areas: Kangilo Fiord and Kangerk Fiord. A fiord is a long, narrow, deep inlet of the sea between high cliffs.
Nearby Islands
Even though Iglunga Island is uninhabited, it has several other islands close by. These include Anarnittuq Island, Clear Passage Island, and Imigen Island. Other nearby islands are Ivisa Island, the Kekertelung Islands, Nunatak Island, and Saunik Island. These islands are all part of the same remote and beautiful Arctic landscape.
