Qikiqtagafaaluk facts for kids
 Qikiqtagafaaluk
Location in Nunavut
Qikiqtagafaaluk
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Victoria Strait |
| Coordinates | 69°29′08″N 101°08′56″W / 69.48556°N 101.14889°W |
| Archipelago | Arctic Archipelago |
| Area | 171 km2 (66 sq mi) |
| Length | 24.9 km (15.47 mi) |
| Width | 9–18 km (5.6–11.2 mi) |
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| Nunavut | Nunavut |
| Region | Kitikmeot |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
| Ethnic groups | Inuit |
Qikiqtagafaaluk, once known as Admiralty Island, is a special island in the Arctic. It is located in the northern part of Canada, in a territory called Nunavut. This island is part of the Kitikmeot Region.
Qikiqtagafaaluk is an uninhabited island. This means that no people live there permanently. It has an interesting, irregular shape.
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Where is Qikiqtagafaaluk Located?
Qikiqtagafaaluk is found in the Victoria Strait. This strait is a narrow passage of water. It sits just south of a much larger island called Victoria Island. Specifically, it is near Victoria Island's Collinson Peninsula.
Part of the Arctic Archipelago
This island is a small piece of a huge group of islands. This group is known as the Arctic Archipelago. The Arctic Archipelago is a vast collection of islands in the Arctic Ocean. It is located in northern Canada.
Facts About the Island
Qikiqtagafaaluk is not a very large island. Here are some quick facts about its size:
- Its length is about 24.9 kilometers (about 15.5 miles).
- Its width can vary. It is about 9 kilometers (about 5.6 miles) at its narrowest point.
- At its widest point, it stretches to about 18 kilometers (about 11.2 miles).
- The total area of the island is about 171 square kilometers (about 66 square miles).
Why is it Uninhabited?
Because Qikiqtagafaaluk is in the Arctic, it has a very cold climate. The weather is harsh, and the land is often covered in ice and snow for much of the year. This makes it a difficult place for people to live permanently.
Who Owns the Island?
Qikiqtagafaaluk is part of Canada. It falls under the administration of the territory of Nunavut. Nunavut is the largest and newest territory of Canada. It was created in 1999. It is home to many Inuit people.
See also
In Spanish: Isla Admiralty (Nunavut) para niños
