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Ogden Bay
Ogden Bay is located in Nunavut
Ogden Bay
Ogden Bay
Location in Nunavut
Location Queen Maud Gulf
Coordinates 67°45′0″N 101°30′0″W / 67.75000°N 101.50000°W / 67.75000; -101.50000 (Ogden Bay)
Basin countries Canada
Settlements Uninhabited

Ogden Bay is a large bay located in the Arctic region of Canada. It is part of the Kitikmeot Region in Nunavut. This bay is found in the southern part of the Queen Maud Gulf, which is off the mainland of Nunavut.

Where is Ogden Bay Located?

Ogden Bay is in a remote and northern part of Canada. To its west, about 32 km (20 mi) away, is Chester Bay. Armark is located to the east of Ogden Bay. North of the bay, you can find the Keith Islands.

Home of the Ahiagmiut People

Historically, Ogden Bay was an important place for the Ahiagmiut people. The Ahiagmiut are a subgroup of the Copper Inuit. The Copper Inuit are an Inuit group known for using native copper for tools. They have lived in the central Arctic region for a very long time.

Life in the Arctic Bay

Ogden Bay is part of the vast Arctic environment. This area is known for its cold climate and unique wildlife. Animals like polar bears, seals, and various Arctic birds can be found here. The bay's waters are often covered in ice for much of the year. This makes it a challenging but beautiful place.

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