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Port of Resolute Bay

CAREB🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of Resolute Bay

Resolute Bay is a Canadian Arctic port on Cornwallis Island, serving general cargo and passenger vessels. It is situated in Parry Channel, a key Arctic waterway. The port has tug assistance available.

Background
Resolute Bay is an Arctic waterway in the Qikiqtaaluk Region, Nunavut, Canada. Named after the Arctic exploration vessel HMS Resolute, it is located in Parry Channelmap on the southern side of Cornwallis Island.map The hamlet of Resolutemap is located on the northern shore of the bay with Resolute Bay Airportmap to the northwest. The Inuit associated with Resolute Bay are called Qausuittuq and the population of the hamlet in the 2021 census was 183.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
6ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
20520 →
Wikidata
Q990600 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
CA-NU
Latitude
74.6833°
Longitude
-95.9000°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

What sea or ocean is the Port of Resolute Bay on?+
The Port of Resolute Bay 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 Resolute Bay?+
You can track vessels near Resolute Bay (CAREB) 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 CAREB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Resolute Bay?+
The Port of Resolute Bay 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 Resolute Bay?+
RESOLUTE BAY (UN/Locode: CAREB), Canada is a seaport located at approximately 74.68000° N, -95.90000° E.
Where is the Port of Resolute Bay located?+
Coordinates: 74.68000° N, -95.90000° E.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Resolute Bay?+
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 Resolute Bay?+
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 Resolute Bay?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo, Passenger and Pleasure Craft.