South Midway Island facts for kids
Geography | |
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Location | Chesterfield Inlet |
Coordinates | 63°41′50″N 92°04′00″W / 63.69722°N 92.06667°W |
Archipelago | Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
Administration | |
Territory | Nunavut |
Region | Kivalliq |
Demographics | |
Population | Uninhabited |
South Midway Island is a small island in Canada. It is located in the Canadian Arctic, a group of islands far to the north. This island is part of the Nunavut territory, which is a very large and northern part of Canada.
About South Midway Island
South Midway Island is a place where no people live. It has an unusual, uneven shape. The island is found inside a body of water called Chesterfield Inlet. An inlet is like a long, narrow bay.
Location and Neighbors
South Midway Island is very close to another island. Its twin island, called North Midway Island, is only about 1 kilometer (0.6 miles) away to the north. Both islands are located within the Kivalliq Region of Nunavut. This region is known for its vast, open landscapes and cold climate.
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