Tag: Arctic

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Do we want to risk ignoring climate change?

Why do anything about the environment or the issue of climate change? This is a question that is posed to me on a weekly basis. Read More
Why do anything about the environment or the issue of climate change? This is a question that is posed...
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Play tag with icebears in Ottawa

It's -18C in Ottawa today -- only about 10 degrees warmer than Western Hudson Bay, where polar bears are wandering and hunting on the sea ice. It's perfect weather to head outside to Canada's... Read More
It's -18C in Ottawa today -- only about 10 degrees warmer than Western Hudson Bay, where polar bears are...
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A good day for people and polar bears in Arviat

For several years, the 3,000 people of Arviat have been concerned about the increasing number of polar bears lingering in or near the community, putting families and property at risk. Some good news -... Read More
For several years, the 3,000 people of Arviat have been concerned about the increasing number of polar bears lingering...
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How can we help the whales?

We had quite a few questions from supporters this week about the heart-wrenching saga of the trapped Killer Whales (a.ka. "Orcas") in Hudson Bay, which was difficult to watch. What can and should... Read More
We had quite a few questions from supporters this week about the heart-wrenching saga of the trapped Killer Whales...
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Killer whales trapped in Hudson Bay’s sea-ice

Around January 6th, hunters from the Inuit community of Inukjuak (in Northwestern Quebec, along the eastern coastline of Hudson Bay) encountered about a dozen killer whales (orcas) gathered around a small breathing... Read More
Around January 6th, hunters from the Inuit community of Inukjuak (in Northwestern Quebec, along the eastern coastline of...
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Podcast: WWF’s Arctic species expert on co-management in the north

In late October 2012, WWF-Canada Arctic species specialist Pete Ewins joined leaders and staff members from northern co-management and other key organizations, at the North Slope conference in Whitehorse, Yukon Territory. Read More
In late October 2012, WWF-Canada Arctic species specialist Pete Ewins joined leaders and staff members from northern co-management and...
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Vicki Sahanatien: Coming home to the ice

“I love the open spaces, the vastness of the land and our sea. I’m especially fascinated by sea ice. There is a vast flora and fauna on, under, and within it. It’s dynamic and... Read More
“I love the open spaces, the vastness of the land and our sea. I’m especially fascinated by sea ice....
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Species of the Week: The polar bear!

The polar bear is the world’s largest terrestrial carnivore and one of Canada’s most majestic symbols. However, the polar bear’s survival is challenged by global warming. Read More
The polar bear is the world’s largest terrestrial carnivore and one of Canada’s most majestic symbols. However, the polar...
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WWF at northern priorities roundtable for Arctic Council chair

Clearly, there are high hopes for Canada’s leadership of the Arctic Council. With offices in almost all Arctic Nations, a local presence in Canada’s Northern communities, and as a long-time observer and contributor... Read More
Clearly, there are high hopes for Canada’s leadership of the Arctic Council. With offices in almost all Arctic...
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