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Tallurutiup Imanga National Marine Conservation Area protects the ecologically rich waters of Lancaster Sound at the eastern entrance to the Northwest Passage. Co-managed with the Qikiqtani Inuit Association, it is one of the largest protected areas in Canada.
At a glance — Tallurutiup Imanga NMCA
| Waters | Lancaster Sound & adjacent channels, northern Baffin Island (High Arctic) |
|---|---|
| Established | 2019 (Inuit Impact & Benefit Agreement; co-management with QIA) |
| Area (approx.) | ≈ 108,000 km² |
| Notable features | Polynyas & ice edges; narwhal, beluga, bowhead & walrus; seabird cliffs; Inuit travel routes & harvesting areas |
| Nearby communities | Mittimatalik (Pond Inlet), Ikpiarjuk (Arctic Bay), Kangiqtugaapik (Clyde River), Qausuittuq (Resolute), Ausuittuq (Grise Fiord) |
Overview
Strong currents and persistent ice make Tallurutiup Imanga a biological hotspot. Zoning and co-management sustain Inuit culture and marine biodiversity while guiding shipping, tourism, and harvesting.
See also
External links (official)
- Parks Canada — Tallurutiup Imanga NMCA: https://parks.canada.ca/amnc-nmca/nu/tallurutiup-imanga