Vivian Island facts for kids
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Location | Northern Canada |
Coordinates | 73°10′N 96°55′W / 73.167°N 96.917°W |
Archipelago | Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
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Canada
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Territory | Nunavut |
Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
Demographics | |
Population | Uninhabited |
Vivian Island is a small piece of land located in Northern Canada. It is part of a huge group of islands called the Canadian Arctic Archipelago. This island is found in the territory of Nunavut, which is Canada's largest and newest territory.
Vivian Island is not home to any people. It is an uninhabited island, meaning no one lives there permanently.
Where is Vivian Island located?
Vivian Island sits in a body of water known as Peel Sound. This sound is like a channel between larger landmasses.
Nearby Islands
Vivian Island has several other islands close by:
- To the west, you'll find Prince of Wales Island. Specifically, it's near Browne Bay on that island.
- To the east, there's Somerset Island.
- A smaller island called Lock Island is to the northwest.
- The larger Prescott Island is located to the south of Vivian Island.
These islands are all part of the vast and icy Canadian Arctic region.
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