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Collier Island, a part of Canada, is nestled in the picturesque Thousand Islands region, specifically within The Navy Group. With its centroid coordinates at 44° 20′ 45″ N and 76° 03′ 39″ W, the island is situated along the Canada-US border, offering a serene and scenic landscape that characterizes this area.

Within Leeds and Thousand Islands municipality and the county of Leeds and Grenville, Ontario, Collier Island is steeped in both natural beauty and historical significance. The island has been known by other names in the past, including “Negro” and an offensive term, reflecting a complex and evolving history. This context provides a deeper understanding of the cultural and historical layers that are part of the island’s identity.

Island or Feature Name
Collier Island

Nationality
Canada

Centroid Lat/Long
44° 20′ 45″ N – 76° 03′ 39″ W

Two-Minute Box
44^22′ x 76^02′

Location and description
In or near The Navy Group

Former, informal, or alternate names
“Negro”, “N-word”

Municipality
Leeds and Thousand Is.

County
Leeds and Grenville

Province / State
ONT

Ports?

Book refs

1000islands.co ID #
251

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