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Historical Catalogue of Recorded Earthquakes Associated with Qausuittuq National Park

This archival record provides a structured collection of historical earthquake events that have occurred within the geographic vicinity of Qausuittuq National Park. Users can examine specific seismic data including event magnitudes, focal depths, and calculated proximity to the park boundaries on Bathurst Island. The collection offers a clear, transparent view of past activity based on geological recording standards rather than predictive assessment or hazard modeling for the High Arctic region.

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Arctic wilderness protecting critical Peary caribou habitat on Bathurst Island

Qausuittuq National Park

Qausuittuq National Park is a vast Arctic protected area located on northwest Bathurst Island in Nunavut, Canada. Established on September 1, 2015, it became Canada's 45th national park and was created to represent the Western High Arctic natural region, one of 39 distinct ecological regions identified by Parks Canada. The park encompasses more than 11,000 square kilometers of tundra, rolling hills, and coastal landscapes in one of Canada's most remote and sparsely populated regions. The name Qausuittuq, pronounced Qow-soo-ee-tooq, comes from Inuktitut and means place where the sun does not rise, capturing the extreme Arctic environment where winter darkness persists for months. This protected area safeguards critical habitat for the endangered Peary caribou and supports a fragile ecosystem adapted to extremely cold, dry conditions with minimal precipitation.

Location: Canada
Park type: National park
Established: 2015
Area: 11,000 km²

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Qausuittuq National Park’s earthquake catalogue is structured by reported epicentre and calculated park distance, not treated as proof of events within its Arctic island bounds. Users can compare time, magnitude, depth, locality, separation, and citations without attributing seismic causes to Arctic or park characteristics, rating current danger, or projecting activity.

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This page describes catalogued earthquakes associated with the park by epicentre location and distance. It does not establish causation, assess current danger, or predict future earthquakes.

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Discover other protected parks beyond Qausuittuq National Park

Qausuittuq National Park remains the reference point as its earthquake catalogue gives way to protected-place discovery beyond Nunavut's High Arctic island wilderness. The following pages are not claims of shared national-park designation, caribou habitat, remoteness, proximity, geology, seismic observations, hazards, risk, or matching coverage.

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Aulavik National Park: Northwest Territories National Park Protected Landscape and Geographic Context

Explore the mapped boundaries and regional park geography.

Gain a clear understanding of Aulavik National Park's protected status and its placement within the Northwest Territories. This detail page offers focused atlas exploration of the park's geographic identity, mapped features, and its significance as a National Park within Canada's northern geography. Discover the unique landscape context of this protected area for in-depth geographic study and discovery.

Area: 12,200 km²
Established: 1992
IUCN: II
Visitors: 34 annual

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Zugvogelschutzgebiet Banks Island No. 2: Protected Tundra and River Valley Geography

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This wildlife reserve protects the Thomsen River valley and coastal estuary, serving as a primary moulting ground for Arctic waterfowl. Its geography defines a unique convergence of riverine and upland tundra habitats within the broader protected landscape of the Canadian Northwest Territories.

Area: 170 km²
Established: 1961
IUCN: Ia
Relief: Lowland

Zugvogelschutzgebiet Banks Island No. 2 Sanctuary Atlas

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Sirmilik National Park: Nunavut National Park Atlas and Protected Landscape Map

Explore the geographic boundaries and regional context of Sirmilik National Park.

This entry provides detailed insights into Sirmilik National Park, a designated national park situated in Nunavut, Canada. It serves as a focal point for understanding the park's specific geography, its mapped protected landscape, and its role within the regional atlas. Users can explore the park's defined boundaries and its contribution to the broader landscape context of Nunavut, making it an essential destination for detailed geographic discovery.

Area: 22,200 km²
Established: 2001
IUCN: II
Visitors: 6 annual

Sirmilik National Park Protected Area

National parkNunavut

672 km away#4 closest

Northeast

Quttinirpaaq National Park: A Detailed Look at its Protected Landscape and Nunavut Geography

Mapped boundaries and regional context for this significant Arctic national park.

Gain a comprehensive understanding of Quttinirpaaq National Park, a protected national park located in the expansive region of Nunavut, Canada. This resource delves into the park's geographic identity, its mapped contours, and its position within the broader arctic landscape context. It is designed to support atlas-based exploration and a detailed appreciation of this protected area's unique setting within Northern Canada's geography.

Area: 37,775 km²
Established: 1988
IUCN: II
Visitors: 7 annual

Quttinirpaaq National Park protected area

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890 km away#5 closest

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Tuktut Nogait National Park: Northwest Territories Protected Landscape Atlas

Explore its mapped boundaries and regional geography.

Delve into Tuktut Nogait National Park, a protected national park situated within the vast geography of the Northwest Territories. This entry provides a focused view of the park's specific identity, its defined protected area boundaries, and its contribution to the regional landscape atlas. Understanding Tuktut Nogait National Park means grasping its geographic context and its role as a key natural landscape within the broader Canadian protected area network, ideal for detailed map-based study.

Area: 18,100 km²
Established: 1998
IUCN: II
Visitors: 12 annual

Tuktut Nogait National Park Protected Area

Watercolor illustration of green rolling hills and a body of water under a pale sky

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Northeast Greenland National Park: Arctic Wilderness and Protected Landscape Atlas

Explore the world's largest national park and its mapped terrain.

Northeast Greenland National Park represents an extraordinary expanse of Arctic wilderness, renowned as the largest protected area globally. This national park protects a diverse landscape, from the interior Greenland Ice Sheet to dramatic glacial fjords and ice-free polar desert regions. Discover its extensive mapped boundaries and its significance as a sanctuary for vital Arctic megafauna, offering a profound case study in large-scale protected landscape geography.

Area: 972,000 km²
Established: 1974
IUCN: II
Relief: Mixed relief

Northeast Greenland National Park Protected Landscape

National parkNunavut

1,063 km away#7 closest

Southeast

Ukkusiksalik National Park: Nunavut Protected Area Geography and Map Context

Explore the protected landscape and mapped terrain of this Canadian National Park.

Ukkusiksalik National Park serves as a protected national park within Nunavut, offering a distinct geographic identity. This entry provides structured insights into the park's mapped boundaries and its surrounding regional landscape, facilitating a deeper understanding of its place within the broader atlas of protected areas. Examine the geographic context and discover the unique attributes of Ukkusiksalik National Park's protected territory.

Area: 20,885 km²
Established: 2003
IUCN: II
Relief: Mixed relief

Ukkusiksalik National Park Protected Area

Wildlife reserveNunavut

1,192 km away#8 closest

East

Ninginganiq National Wildlife Area: Geographic Overview and Protected Landscape Mapping

A vital Arctic wildlife reserve on Baffin Island, Nunavut.

Ninginganiq National Wildlife Area stands as a cornerstone of Arctic conservation, encompassing the fog-defined shores of Isabella Bay. This protected area on Baffin Island serves as a critical seasonal feeding ground for bowhead whales and protects a vast expanse of tundra, marine inlets, and coastal ecosystems. Its establishment reflects a cooperative stewardship model between the federal government and Inuit communities, grounding this reserve in both ecological importance and cultural history.

Area: 3,362 km²
Established: 2010
IUCN: Ib
Relief: Lowland

Ninginganiq National Wildlife Area Map and Geography

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Expand your understanding of Qausuittuq National Park by delving deeper into its mapped terrain and regional geographic significance. This focused exploration helps you appreciate its role as a protected national park and contributes to a broader atlas-based view of Canada's natural landscapes. Continue to discover the specifics of its protected boundaries and the unique geography that defines this significant area.

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