Loaf Island (Nunavut) facts for kids
 Loaf Island
Location in Nunavut
Loaf Island
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Hudson Bay |
| Coordinates | 56°40′N 78°47′W / 56.66°N 78.78°W |
| Archipelago | Belcher Islands Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
| Administration | |
| Territory | Nunavut |
| Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
Loaf Island is a small, quiet island located in Hudson Bay, a very large body of saltwater in Canada. This island is part of the Qikiqtaaluk Region in Nunavut, which is Canada's largest and northernmost territory.
Loaf Island is special because it is completely uninhabited. This means no people live there permanently. It is part of a group of islands called the Bakers Dozen Islands, which are themselves part of the larger Belcher Islands group.
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Where is Loaf Island?
Loaf Island is found in the vast waters of Hudson Bay. This bay is so big that it's sometimes called an inland sea. It is located in the northern part of Canada.
The island belongs to Nunavut, a territory known for its Arctic landscapes and rich Inuit culture. Even though Loaf Island itself is uninhabited, it is close to other islands.
Nearby Islands
Loaf Island is surrounded by several other islands in the Bakers Dozen group. These include:
- Bun Island, which is located to its south
- Cake Island
- Range Island
- Renouf Island
- Twin Cairns Island
- Wiegand Island
These islands together form a unique part of the Belcher Islands archipelago. An archipelago is a group or chain of islands.
The Belcher Islands
Loaf Island is a small piece of the much larger Belcher Islands group. The Belcher Islands are a group of islands in southeastern Hudson Bay. They are known for their unique geology and natural beauty.
These islands are part of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago. This is a huge group of islands in northern Canada. The Belcher Islands are quite old, with some rocks dating back billions of years.
What Does Uninhabited Mean?
When we say Loaf Island is "uninhabited," it means that no humans live there all the time. Many islands around the world are uninhabited. They might be too small, too remote, or have harsh weather conditions that make it difficult for people to live there permanently.
Uninhabited islands often become important homes for wildlife. They can be safe places for birds to nest or for other animals to live without much disturbance from humans.
The Rocks of the Belcher Islands
The islands in the Belcher group, including Loaf Island, are made of very old rocks. These rocks are called Proterozoic sedimentary rocks. They are about 2 billion years old!
Sedimentary rocks form when layers of sand, mud, and other materials settle over time and get pressed together. The images of the Belcher Islands show interesting folded rocks. This folding happens when the Earth's crust moves and puts pressure on the rock layers.
These ancient rocks tell a story about the Earth's history. They show how the land has changed over millions of years.
Images for kids
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Folded Proterozoic dolomites in the Belcher (Sanikiluaq) Islands
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Thin-bedded Proterozoic sedimentary rocks near Sanikiluaq hamlet. These rocks are about 2 billion years old. Width of bottom of photo is about 5 metres.
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Landsat satellite photo of Belcher Islands
See also
In Spanish: Islas Belcher para niños
