Whale Cove, Territorial hamlet in western Hudson Bay, Canada
The settlement extends along a prominent land point into Hudson Bay, surrounded by tundra valleys, rocky beaches, and numerous lakes at 40 meters elevation.
The Canadian government established Whale Cove during the Keewatin Famine of 1957-1958 to relocate Inuit communities affected by the disappearance of caribou herds.
Three distinct Inuit groups inhabit the region: Hauniqturmiut, Paallirmiut, and Qaernermiut, each maintaining their individual dialects and traditional practices.
The Nunavut Arctic College branch offers educational programs, while the hamlet council manages local services for its 470 residents across 273 square kilometers.
Every fall, beluga whales gather near the coast, establishing the area as a notable location along the polar bear migration route.
Location: Nunavut
Elevation above the sea: 40 m
GPS coordinates: 62.17280,-92.57940
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:29
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