Metela Island facts for kids
 Metela Island
Location in Nunavut
Metela Island
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Frobisher Bay |
| Coordinates | 63°20′15″N 68°07′15″W / 63.33750°N 68.12083°W |
| Archipelago | Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
| Administration | |
| Nunavut | Nunavut |
| Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
Metela Island is a small island located in the cold, northern part of Canada. It's one of many islands in the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, which is a huge group of islands in the Arctic Ocean. This island is found in Frobisher Bay, a large bay near Baffin Island. Metela Island is uninhabited, meaning no one lives there.
About Metela Island
Metela Island is part of the Qikiqtaaluk Region in Nunavut. Nunavut is Canada's largest and northernmost territory. The island is located off the coast of Baffin Island, which is one of the biggest islands in the world.
Where is it located?
Metela Island sits in Frobisher Bay. This bay is on the southeastern side of Baffin Island. It is also southeast of Iqaluit, which is the capital city of Nunavut. The island is surrounded by the chilly waters of the Arctic.
Nearby Islands
Metela Island is not alone in Frobisher Bay. It has several island neighbors close by. These include Camp Island, Dog Island, Kungo Island, Quadrifid Island, and Sliver Island. All these islands are also part of the Canadian Arctic.
