Pope Island facts for kids
 Pope Island
Location in Nunavut
Pope Island
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Frobisher Bay |
| Coordinates | 63°21′50″N 67°40′23″W / 63.364°N 67.673°W |
| Archipelago | Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
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| Nunavut | Nunavut |
| Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
| Ethnic groups | Inuit |
Pope Island is a small, quiet island located far up north in Canada. It's one of many islands in a huge area called the Canadian Arctic Archipelago. This island is part of Nunavut, which is a large territory in Canada. It is an "uninhabited" island, meaning no people live there permanently.
Discovering Pope Island
Pope Island is found in the Qikiqtaaluk Region of Nunavut. It sits in a large body of water known as Frobisher Bay. This bay is located southeast of Iqaluit, which is the capital city of Nunavut.
Where is Pope Island?
Pope Island is an offshore island of Baffin Island. Baffin Island is one of the largest islands in the world. Being "offshore" means it is close to the coast of a larger landmass.
Islands Nearby
Pope Island is not alone in Frobisher Bay. It has several island neighbors close by. These include Brook Island, Gay Island, Mary Island, Ogden Island, and Peak Island. These islands are all part of the same arctic environment.
Life in the Arctic
The Canadian Arctic is known for its very cold climate. Winters are long and dark, with temperatures often dropping very low. Summers are short and cool. This harsh environment is why many islands, like Pope Island, are uninhabited by people. However, various arctic animals and plants are specially adapted to live here.
