Rogers Island (Nunavut) facts for kids
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Location | Labrador Sea |
Coordinates | 63°14′N 64°44′W / 63.233°N 64.733°W |
Archipelago | Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
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Canada
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Territory | Nunavut |
Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
Demographics | |
Population | Uninhabited |
Rogers Island is a small island located in the far north of Canada. It is part of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, a group of many islands. This island is found in the territory of Nunavut. Rogers Island is known for being completely uninhabited, meaning no people live there.
Where is Rogers Island Located?
Rogers Island is situated in the Labrador Sea. This sea is a part of the Atlantic Ocean. The island lies near the entrance of Cornelius Grinnell Bay. It is positioned between two land areas called the Hall Peninsula and Beekman Peninsula.
Nearby Islands
Rogers Island is an offshore island of Baffin Island. Baffin Island is one of the largest islands in the world. Another island, Allen Island, is also nearby. Allen Island is much larger than Rogers Island. It is about 13 kilometers (8 miles) to the north.