Rupert Bay
Bay in Nunavut, Canada
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Rupert Bay is a large bay located on the south-east shore of James Bay, in Canada. Although the coast is part of the province of Quebec, the waters of the bay are under jurisdiction of the territory of Nunavut.[1]
Coordinates51°32′N 78°58′W[1]
Ocean/sea sourcesHudson Bay
BasincountriesCanada
Max. length32 km (20 mi)[2]
| Rupert Bay | |
|---|---|
  Rupert Bay | |
| Coordinates | 51°32′N 78°58′W[1] |
| Ocean/sea sources | Hudson Bay |
| Basin countries | Canada |
| Max. length | 32 km (20 mi)[2] |
| Max. width | 16 km (9.9 mi) |
| Surface elevation | 0 m (0 ft) |
Geography
This bay has a width of 16 km (9.9 mi) and a length of 32 km (20 mi).[2] It is the largest arm of James Bay. The Rupert, Nottaway and Broadback Rivers empty into this bay.[3] The Cree village of Waskaganish is on the eastern shores of the bay.
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