Smith Island (Frobisher Bay, Nunavut) facts for kids
 Smith Island
Location in Nunavut
Smith Island
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Frobisher Bay |
| Coordinates | 63°19′01″N 67°56′49″W / 63.317°N 67.947°W |
| Archipelago | Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
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| Territory | Nunavut |
| Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
Smith Island is a small island located in the cold, northern part of Canada. It is one of many islands found in the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, which is a huge group of islands in the Arctic Ocean. This particular island is part of the Qikiqtaaluk Region in Nunavut, Canada's largest and newest territory.
Where is Smith Island?
Smith Island is an offshore island, meaning it's located in the water away from a main landmass. It sits in Frobisher Bay, a large inlet of the Atlantic Ocean that cuts into Baffin Island. Baffin Island is the largest island in Canada and the fifth largest in the world!
The island is found to the southeast of Iqaluit, which is the capital city of Nunavut. Iqaluit is a vibrant community and the largest settlement in the territory.
Nearby Islands
Smith Island is not alone in Frobisher Bay. It has several island neighbors close by. These include:
- Brigus Island
- Brook Island
- Culbertson Island
- Gay Island
- Precipice Island
These islands, like Smith Island, are generally uninhabited, meaning no people live on them permanently. The Arctic environment can be very harsh, with long, cold winters and short, cool summers.
