Qikiqtaalujjuaq facts for kids
 Qikiqtaalujjuaq
Location in Nunavut
Qikiqtaalujjuaq
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Hudson Strait |
| Coordinates | 63°04′N 71°28′W / 63.067°N 71.467°W |
| Archipelago | Arctic Archipelago |
| Area | 6 km2 (2.3 sq mi) |
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| Nunavut | Nunavut |
| Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
Qikiqtaalujjuaq (which is ᕿᑭᖅᑖᓗᔾᔪᐊᖅ in Inuktitut syllabics) is an island in the Canadian Arctic. It used to be called Glencoe Island. This island is found in the Hudson Strait. It is located off the coast of Baffin Island in Nunavut, which is a territory in Canada. Specifically, it is part of the Qikiqtaaluk Region.
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Exploring Qikiqtaalujjuaq Island
Qikiqtaalujjuaq is a small island in the vast Arctic Archipelago. This group of islands is located in the northern part of Canada. The island covers an area of about 6 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of 600 football fields!
Where is Qikiqtaalujjuaq Located?
This island sits in the Hudson Strait. This strait is a body of water that connects the Hudson Bay with the Atlantic Ocean. It is a very important waterway in the Arctic. Qikiqtaalujjuaq is also close to other islands. These include the Strathcona Islands and the Spicer Islands.
Nearby Communities and Culture
To the east of Qikiqtaalujjuaq is Kimmirut. Kimmirut is a small community. It is home to many Inuit people. The Inuit are the Indigenous people of the Arctic. Their culture and traditions are deeply connected to the land and sea. The name Qikiqtaalujjuaq itself comes from the Inuktitut language.
An Uninhabited Arctic Island
Qikiqtaalujjuaq is an uninhabited island. This means that no people live there permanently. Many islands in the Canadian Arctic are uninhabited. This is due to the very cold climate and remote location. Despite being uninhabited, these islands are important for wildlife. They also play a role in the Arctic ecosystem.
