Moore Island (Boat Passage) facts for kids
 Moore Island
Location in Nunavut
Moore Island
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | James Bay |
| Coordinates | 51°42′52″N 79°00′25″W / 51.71444°N 79.00694°W |
| Archipelago | Arctic Archipelago |
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Canada
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| Territory | Nunavut |
| Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
Moore Island is a small island located in Nunavut, Canada. It is a place where no people live, meaning it is completely uninhabited. This island is part of the vast Arctic Archipelago, a group of many islands in northern Canada.
About Moore Island
Moore Island is found in the Qikiqtaaluk Region of Nunavut. This region is the largest and most northern part of Nunavut. The island is known for being a quiet, natural spot without any towns or buildings.
Where is Moore Island Located?
The island sits in a waterway called Boat Passage. This passage is on the northern side of Rupert Bay. Rupert Bay itself is a large inlet that extends from the much bigger Hudson Bay. Hudson Bay is a huge body of saltwater in northeastern Canada.
How Big is Moore Island?
Moore Island is not very large. It measures about 300 meters (or about 984 feet) from one end to the other along its longest side. To give you an idea, that's roughly the length of three football fields!
Nearby Places
There are a few other places close to Moore Island. To its west, you can find Jacob Island. About 31 kilometers (or 19 miles) to the southeast is a community called Waskaganish.
