ᐅᒃᑯᓯᒃᓴᓕᐅᑉ ᑕᕆᐅᖓ Wager Bay

Saltwater
Bay

ᐅᒃᑯᓯᒃᓴᓕᐅᑉ ᑕᕆᐅᖓ Wager Bay

Saltwater
Bay

Sq. miles: 1,075
Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 0
Species: 0

ᐅᒃᑯᓯᒃᓴᓕᐅᑉ ᑕᕆᐅᖓ, known in English as Wager Bay, is a long, narrow saltwater inlet located in the Kivalliq Region of Nunavut, Canada. This remote and pristine body of water forms a significant part of Ukkusiksalik National Park, which surrounds its entire shoreline. The bay stretches approximately 150 kilometers (93 miles) inland from its opening into Roes Welcome Sound at the northwest end of Hudson Bay. The landscape is characterized by rugged tundra, with the bay's surface elevation sitting at 51 meters (167 feet) above sea level. It is a tidal marine environment, fed by several small rivers including the Brown River and Sila River, and features notable island groups like the Savage Islands and Paliak Islands. This is a destination for anglers seeking a true Arctic wilderness fishing experience.

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Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at ᐅᒃᑯᓯᒃᓴᓕᐅᑉ ᑕᕆᐅᖓ Wager Bay and what's needed to catch them.

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Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on ᐅᒃᑯᓯᒃᓴᓕᐅᑉ ᑕᕆᐅᖓ Wager Bay. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Productive fishing locations are typically associated with underwater structures and tidal features. The areas around the Paliak Islands and Savage Islands are prominent, as these island groups create current seams, drop-offs, and sheltered areas that concentrate marine life. The mouths of inflowing rivers, such as the Brown River and Sila River, provide brackish transition zones that can be productive. Deep channels within the long, narrow inlet are key areas for trolling.

Know where you can legally fish on ᐅᒃᑯᓯᒃᓴᓕᐅᑉ ᑕᕆᐅᖓ Wager Bay

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Nu licenses and regulations

Nunavut Boating Regulations

This page explains what a Pleasure Craft License is, who needs one, how to apply for one, and how to keep your information up to date.

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Nunavut Fishing License

Government of Nunavut Sport Fishing Guide — the authoritative source for who needs a sport fishing licence (resident, Canadian-resident, non-resident categories, age and Nunavut Agreement beneficiary exemptions) and where to obtain one. Licences are sold at lodges, sporting-goods and convenience stores, and some RCMP offices.

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Nunavut Fishing Regulations

DFO's recreational fishing regulations hub, with a dedicated Nunavut section linking the Nunavut Sport Fishing Guide. Nunavut sport fishing is currently regulated federally under the Northwest Territories Fishery Regulations; current catch limits, seasons and gear rules are in the Government of Nunavut Sport Fishing Guide.

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Nunavut Stream Access Laws

Angler access in Nunavut is governed by the Nunavut Agreement land claim, which controls access to Inuit-Owned Lands and waters with Inuit harvesting rights; the Government of Nunavut Sport Fishing Guide is the closest official angler-facing resource on access.

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Tides, wind & water conditions (10 day forecast)

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