Stanners Harbour in Canada is a muck site located at the main boat launch area in Taloyoak. The seabed is composed of dark silt and boulders, with shallow kelp fringes providing the primary topography. This site is suitable for advanced snorkelers due to the challenging Arctic conditions. Water temperatures average -2°C between April and September, requiring appropriate thermal protection. Entry is via the shore. Hazards include cold water, surf, and the presence of jellyfish. The site offers a specific environment for observing the local seabed composition and shallow-water features in a remote Arctic setting.

Middle Lake Shallows in Canada is a freshwater site primarily used for fishing that offers shallow water for observing the local ecosystem. The lake bed is composed of fine sediment interspersed with glacial erratic boulders. Entry is via the shore, and the site is suitable for beginners. Conditions are characterised by mild currents, though the water is very cold, typical of Arctic lakes. Snorkellers should be prepared for the cold water hazard. This site is rated 2/5 for snorkelling activities.

Aqviqtuuq Marine Boundary is a reef site located north of Taloyoak within a proposed Inuit Protected and Conserved Area. The site is characterised by rocky outcrops and deeper water, which are accessible only by boat. Snorkellers can observe the underwater topography, including rocky formations that host soft corals and anemones during the short summer season. Due to the nature of the environment and the required boat access, this site is suited for advanced snorkellers. Conditions at this location are variable, and visitors should be prepared for the remote Arctic setting.

Netsilik Lake, located near Taloyoak, offers a freshwater snorkeling experience accessible via local trails. The site is suited for intermediate snorkelers who are prepared for very cold Arctic water temperatures, which necessitate significant thermal protection. Snorkelers typically spend around 30 minutes in the water. Entry is from the shore, and the site features mild currents. As a high-latitude freshwater environment, the site is defined by its cold water conditions. Please note that water temperatures remain significantly lower than ambient summer air temperatures in the region.