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| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Location | Northern Canada |
| Coordinates | 53°10′N 79°55′W / 53.167°N 79.917°W |
| Archipelago | Arctic Archipelago |
| Total islands | 2 |
| Major islands | North Twin Island and South Twin Island |
| Area | 301 km2 (116 sq mi) |
| Highest elevation | 60 m (200 ft) |
| Administration | |
Canada | |
| Nunavut | Nunavut |
| Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
| Ethnic groups | Cree |
The Twin Islands (Cree language: Mah-Nah-Woo-Na-N)[1] are similarly shaped Arctic islands in the Qikiqtaaluk Region of Nunavut, Canada. They are located in central James Bay, 56 km (35 mi) north east of Akimiski Island, and 58 km (36 mi) west of Quebec.[2] The group includes North Twin and South Twin islands.
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