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Narwhal A pod of male narwhal (Monodon monoceros) in Nunavut, Canada

Inuit speak out against expansion of Arctic iron mine, community concerned over wildlife impacts

February 2, 2021

A public hearing has been taking place in Iqaluit and Pond Inlet over a proposal to more than double production from Baffinland’s Mary River iron ore mine in eastern Nunavut, increasing output from six... Read More

A public hearing has been taking place in Iqaluit and Pond Inlet over a proposal to more than double...
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Asking the cold hard questions about the future of the Arctic this election

October 13, 2015

We're asking all federal candidates in Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut to share their positions and commitments on the future of development in the north. Here are the responses we've received. Read More

We're asking all federal candidates in Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut to share their positions and commitments on the...
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New report shows need for better policy on Arctic shipping

October 14, 2014

Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development reports on shortfalls in Arctic marine navigation, highlighting major risks Read More

Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development reports on shortfalls in Arctic marine navigation, highlighting major risks
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Looking for fair development in the Skeena Estuary

July 2, 2014

Fairness is central to managing what our rivers and people need, especially when they’re affected by what’s happening elsewhere Read More

Fairness is central to managing what our rivers and people need, especially when they’re affected by what’s happening elsewhere...
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For the love of whales: avoiding conflict in the Arctic

November 11, 2013

To many, the Arctic is a new frontier of economic opportunity. But while these opportunities may bring critical new job and resources to the local peoples, they also bring new risks to the... Read More

To many, the Arctic is a new frontier of economic opportunity. But while these opportunities may bring critical...
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Inuit speak out against expansion of Arctic iron mine, community concerned over wildlife impacts

Asking the cold hard questions about the future of the Arctic this election

New report shows need for better policy on Arctic shipping

Looking for fair development in the Skeena Estuary

For the love of whales: avoiding conflict in the Arctic

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