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Talking Trash in the Remote Canadian Arctic
Far-flung northern communities face special challenges when it comes to disposing of household waste – and innovative, cost-effective approaches are needed quickly.
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Far-flung northern communities face special challenges when it comes to disposing of household waste – and innovative, cost-effective approaches are needed quickly.
A new marine protected area in the Canadian Arctic protects species and habitats, prevents oil and gas development and safeguards economic activities for Inuvialuit.
With rising temperatures and melting sea ice, hunting and traveling in the Arctic is becoming a riskier venture. Here’s what a changing environment could mean for search and rescue efforts.
As the climate changes, the Arctic Ocean beckons Pacific salmon and other species from the south. What remains to be seen is whether this will benefit the Inuit or trigger an international race to exploit emerging resources in the central Arctic Ocean.
Some scientists fear that the U.K.’s decision to leave the European Union may lead to the erosion of British expertise and international collaboration in the Arctic. Others smell an opportunity to take the lead.
Conservation and sustainable development in the Arctic are priorities for the Canadian government. Inuit leader Mary Simon talks about her new role as special representative to the Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs.
Various Authors
When ambassadors and high commissioners set off on a whirlwind tour of Canada’s northern region, they traveled thousands of kilometers from one end of the country to the other. We asked a few of them to send us a postcard from the trip.
Inuit activist Aaju Peter says development of Nunavut’s tourism industry can support preservation of traditional knowledge and skills, in addition to being profitable.
Foreign tourists helped Iceland back on its feet after its economy bottomed out. Canada’s Arctic is just as stunning and culturally rich, but it still lacks easy transportation, hotels and other amenities for tourism to give the region an economic boost.
Sheila Watt-Cloutier is one of the toughest, most influential Inuit activists in Canada. Her perspective on the effects of toxic chemicals and climate change on the Arctic have transformed the issues of science, politics and economics into those of human rights.
ENSIA: From Canada’s Far North to Australia, researchers around the world are pursuing a more respectful relationship between science and traditional knowledge. Here’s why that’s a good thing.
A vast pathway connecting roads, rail, pipelines, power and communications across northern Canada could bring huge benefits in trade and quality of life, says a new study. We spoke to one of its authors.
Colonel Pierre Leblanc (retired) Former Commander, Joint Task Force North
THE HILL TIMES: Resolute Bay is ideally positioned as a base for Canadian security operations in the Arctic, writes Pierre LeBlanc, former commander of Canadian Forces Northern Area.
Oonagh Fitzgerald Director, International Law Research Program
With Canada now supporting the U.N. Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, it’s time for dialogue rather than legal arguments, says Oonagh Fitzgerald, of the Centre for International Governance Innovation.
Many young Inuit don’t grow up learning their language or culture in school. That gap in education is at the heart of their struggles, says Canada’s Inuk leader. Here’s how he plans to change that.
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