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Port of Igloolik

CAIGL🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of Igloolik

Igloolik is a Canadian seaport situated in Foxe Basin, Nunavut. It historically handles tanker vessels.

Background
Igloolik is an Inuit hamlet in Foxe Basin, Qikiqtaaluk Region in Nunavut, northern Canada. Because its location on Igloolik Island is close to Melville Peninsula, it is often mistakenly thought to be on the peninsula. The name "Igloolik" means "there is a house here". It derives from iglu meaning house or building, and refers to the sod houses that were originally in the area, not to snow igloos. In Inuktitut the residents are called Iglulingmiut.

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Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q999339 →
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
CAIGL
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-5

Region

Subdivision
CA-NU
Latitude
69.3667°
Longitude
-81.8167°

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sea or ocean is the Port of Igloolik on?+
The Port of Igloolik is situated on the Arctic Ocean in CA. The area falls within the polar climate zone with ice conditions for much of the year, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Igloolik?+
You can track vessels near Igloolik (CAIGL) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for CAIGL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Igloolik?+
The Port of Igloolik operates in the UTC-5 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.
What is the Port of Igloolik?+
IGLOOLIK (UN/Locode: CAIGL), Canada is a seaport located at approximately 69.37000° N, -81.82000° E.
Where is the Port of Igloolik located?+
Coordinates: 69.37000° N, -81.82000° E.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Igloolik?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Igloolik?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Igloolik?+
Vessel types historically calling: Tanker.