Harkin Bay
| Harkin Bay | |
|---|---|
  Harkin Bay  Harkin Bay | |
| Location | Foxe Basin |
| Coordinates | 64°50′N 78°07′W / 64.833°N 78.117°W[1] |
| Ocean/sea sources | Arctic Ocean |
| Basin countries | Canada |
| Settlements | Uninhabited |
Harkin Bay is an arm of the Foxe Basin in the Qikiqtaaluk Region of Nunavut, Canada. It is located on the northeastern Foxe Peninsula, in western Baffin Island. The closest community, Kinngait, is situated 106 km (66 mi) to the south, while Nuwata, a former settlement, is situated 42 km (26 mi) to the west.[2]
Fauna
Polar bears frequent the area.[3]
References
- ^ "Harkin Bay". Geographical Names Data Base. Natural Resources Canada. 20 August 2024.
- ^ "Harkin Bay". travelingluck: travelingluck.com. Retrieved 2009-09-29.
- ^ Freeman, Milton (1976). Inuit Land Use and Occupancy Project: a report. Vol. 1. Research Limited, Canada. Dept. of Indian Affairs and Northern Development (Digitized 24 January 2008 ed.). Minister of Supply and Services Canada. p. 128. ISBN 0-660-00399-6.