Discuss why Territorial and National Parks might be set up in these areas, considering how difficult it is for most people to visit these sites. Part of the boundary of Nunavut is not completely settled due to land claims. The new territory of Nunavut shares several parks and sanctuaries with other jurisdictions of Canada. Examine the map carefully to determine the name and location of these shared areas. The territory of Nunavut shares the political administration of several islands with the Northwest Territories.
Geographers use a wide variety of terms to identify different bodies of water.
This map of Nunavut illustrates this variety. Search out a geographical dictionary to find a definition of each of these terms. A number of the islands in Nunavut were given English language names by European explorers who visited this area. Examine the map legend carefully to understand the colour codes for the different kinds of vegetation cover or land use shown on the map. Use a dictionary to look up the meaning of the term for this type of vegetation cover.