Island of Ponds
Island in Labrador
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Island of Ponds is an island off of the east coast of Labrador. The Labrador mainland lies to its south and a channel called Domino Run separates it from Spotted Island to the north.[4] The only remaining settlement on the island is Black Tickle.[5] It is connected to the mainland by a seasonal coastal ferry service.[5]
Coordinates53.46°N 55.89°W
ProvinceNewfoundland and Labrador
Population87 (approximate)[1] (2021)
Ethnic groupsInuit-Métis[2][3]
  Island of Ponds | |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 53.46°N 55.89°W |
| Administration | |
Canada | |
| Province | Newfoundland and Labrador |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 87 (approximate)[1] (2021) |
| Ethnic groups | Inuit-Métis[2][3] |
Island of Ponds consists mainly of igneous rock with a shallow cover of sediment, insufficient to support trees.[2] The island is named for its 366 shallow ponds.[2] Despite the many ponds, access to safe drinking water has been a long-standing problem for residents of the island.[5][2]