Jackson Inlet

Jackson Inlet ()[1] is a body of water in Nunavut's Qikiqtaaluk Region. It lies east of Lancaster Sound and cuts into Baffin Island's Brodeur Peninsula.

Mining

Nanisivik, a company mining town, is located 120 km (75 mi) to the east.[2]

The inlet and surrounding area has been explored for diamonds and other potential mining resources.[3]

References

  1. ^ "Jackson Inlet". tageo.com. http://www.tageo.com/index-e-ca-v-14-d-m800696.htm. Retrieved 2008-09-21. 
  2. ^ George, Jane (2001-11-16). "Mining in Nunavut: lots of sizzle, no steak". nunatsiaq.com. http://www.nunatsiaq.com/archives/nunavut011116/news/nunavut/11116_4.html. Retrieved 2008-09-21. 
  3. ^ Twin Mining Corporation (May 17, 2006). "TWIN MINING FILES JACKSON INLET 43-101 TECHNICAL REPORT AS PART OF CREATING NEW DIAMOND EXPLORATION VENTURE". atgoldinc.com. http://www.atgoldinc.com/news_release/news_releases_2006_05_17.html. Retrieved 2008-09-21.