Alexandra Fiord Nunavut Map

About Alexandra Fiord, Nunavut

Alexandra Fiord is a locality in Nunavut, Canada. It is classified as a town. Alexandra Fiord is located at 78.8833°N, 75.8000°W.

Alexandra Fiord lies cradled by the imposing, ancient peaks of Ellesmere Island, a place where the stark beauty of the Arctic commands reverence. It lies 321.6 km north-north-east of Grise Fiord, NU (from Grise Fiord, NU: bearing 28°T), and is situated 280.6 km south of Tanquary Camp. Here, the land is a study in raw, elemental forces: vast, treeless expanses of tundra give way to jagged mountains, their stone flanks scarred by eons of glacial artistry. The air, crisp and impossibly pure, carries the faint, salty tang of the sea, a constant reminder of the ocean's proximity. Even under the low-hanging sun of the Arctic day, a subtle luminescence seems to emanate from the snow-dusted slopes, a quiet testament to the enduring power of this northern landscape. The silence is profound, broken only by the whisper of wind across the rocks or the distant cry of a seabird, a symphony played out in hushed tones. This remote outpost, Alexandra Fiord, is a place defined by its resilience and its connection to the sea. Historically, it has been a site of exploration and scientific endeavor, drawn by the unique geological formations and the rich marine life of the surrounding waters. While not a hub of traditional industry, the local economy is intricately tied to the Arctic’s bounty, with a focus on research, conservation, and the careful stewardship of this fragile ecosystem. The spirit of those who make their lives here is one of quiet determination, a deep understanding of the land and its rhythms, and a shared appreciation for the profound solitude and awe-inspiring vistas that define Alexandra Fiord.

About This Alexandra Fiord Map Page

Explore Alexandra Fiord, Nunavut, Canada, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 78.883333, -75.8. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts — including hourly outlooks — are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Detailed location data for Alexandra Fiord includes the postal code (X0A), telephone area code (867). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Alexandra Fiord is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.