Ungiiviit facts for kids
 Ungiiviit
Location in Nunavut
Ungiiviit
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Coronation Gulf |
| Coordinates | 68°12′36″N 109°05′17″W / 68.21000°N 109.08806°W |
| Archipelago | Arctic Archipelago |
| Area | 21 km2 (8.1 sq mi) |
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| Territory | Nunavut |
| Region | Kitikmeot |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
Ungiiviit is a group of islands in northern Canada. They used to be called the Wilmot Islands. These islands are found in a body of water called Coronation Gulf.
Ungiiviit is located south of a much larger island, Victoria Island. The islands are part of the Kitikmeot Region in Nunavut, Canada. Nunavut is a large territory in the northern part of Canada.
About Ungiiviit Island
Ungiiviit is an island group, meaning it is made up of several smaller islands close together. The total area of Ungiiviit is about 21 square kilometers. This is roughly the size of a small town.
The islands are part of the Arctic Archipelago. This is a huge group of islands in the Arctic Ocean. The Arctic is known for its very cold climate and long winters.
Where is Ungiiviit?
Ungiiviit is located in the Coronation Gulf. This gulf is an arm of the Arctic Ocean. It is found between the mainland of Canada and Victoria Island. The islands are in the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. This region covers a large part of Canada's Arctic lands.
Who Lives There?
The Ungiiviit islands are not home to any people. They are completely uninhabited. This is common for many islands in the far northern parts of Canada. The harsh Arctic climate makes it difficult for people to live there permanently.
Nearby Islands
There are many other island groups close to Ungiiviit. These include the Nakahungaqtuaryuit and the Chapman Islands. Other nearby groups are the Cockburn Islands and the Nattiqtuut. You can also find the Jameson Islands, Piercey Islands, Porden Islands, and Triple Islands in the area.
