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The Rideau Canal, nestled within the City of Kingston in Ontario, Canada, is a notable feature in the Thousand Islands region. Positioned at a centroid latitude of 44° 53′ 30″ N and longitude of 76° 04′ 01″ W, this waterway is part of the historic landscape that characterizes Frontenac County. While the canal itself does not carry any alternate or informal names, its significance as a waterway linking various parts of the region is well recognized.

Kingston, the municipality in which the Rideau Canal is located, serves as a vibrant focal point for both history and modern Canadian culture. The canal is a part of the larger network connecting the city to the surrounding natural and built environments. As a geographical entity, the Rideau Canal plays an integral role in the area’s identity, contributing to the picturesque and historically rich tapestry of the Thousand Islands region.

Island or Feature Name
Rideau Canal

Nationality
Canada

Centroid Lat/Long
44° 53′ 30″ N – 76° 04′ 01″ W

Two-Minute Box
44^54′ x 76^04′

Location and description

Former, informal, or alternate names

Municipality
City of Kingston

County
Frontenac

Province / State
ONT

Ports?

Book refs

1000islands.co ID #
1001

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