ArcticNet and ACUNS sign MOU

ArcticNet and ACUNS sign MOU ArcticNet is pleased to announce the first partnership of many to further Arctic science: We have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Association of Canadian Universities for Northern Studies (ACUNS). This MoU will encourage the exchange of knowledge and foster the creation of synergies in Arctic research between schools, facilities, researchers, and nations. We aim to mutually help each other in creating skill building opportunities for graduate students involved in northern studies.The MoU was signed on March 23rd, 2022."We are excited to commit to working more closely with ACUNS, with the hope offering even...

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ASM2021 Book of Abstracts

Highlights from ArcticNet’s Annual Scientific Meeting 2021 VIEW PUBLICATION Highlights from ArcticNet’s Annual Scientific Meeting 2021ArcticNet is pleased to partner with Canadian Science Publishing to bring you the ArcticNet Annual Scientific Meeting Book of Abstracts, containing the abstracts from oral presentations and posters shared at the ASM2021.ArcticNet brought the Arctic research community together for the second time virtually for the 17th Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM2021). From December 6-10, 2021, ArcticNet hosted 1166 members of the ArcticNet community for a week of discussion, networking and knowledge sharing. With 363 Northern participants (31%), this year was the most representative conference to date....

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High Impact Publications Program

Through its High Impact Publications program, ArcticNet is funding research teams to write high-impact science papers for high-profile journals such as, but not limited to, Nature and Science, and The Lancet. This funding aims to make use of the diverse sets of data and knowledge generated throughout ArcticNet’s rich history. Learn more about the funded research projects below. Marine primary production in a changing Arctic Ocean Project leader: Mathieu Ardyna, Université Laval/CNRSClimate change is altering the Arctic atmosphere, cryosphere, and ocean and is having a significant impact on marine primary production. Satellite observations of phytoplankton primary production over the past 20...

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New Canada Research Chair supports Innovative Arctic Research

Congratulations to ArcticNet Co-Scientific Director Dr. Jackie Dawson, the new Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in The Human & Policy Dimensions of Climate Change. Dr. Dawson's work aims to understand the impacts of a rapidly changing environment in the Arctic region, with a focus on Arctic shipping, Arctic tourism, and Arctic oceans governance. ----“This award is a great honour and opportunity to continue the important work understanding the human and political impacts of environmental change alongside an amazing team of researchers, community members and Indigenous Knowledge holders. This award will help advance our understanding of in the rapid changes ongoing in...

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PRESS RELEASE: ArcticNet Annual Scientific Meeting 2021

ARCTIC RESEARCHERS AND EXPERTS GATHER VIRTUALLY FOR THE ARCTICNET ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC MEETING 2021 DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE December 6, 2021 – ArcticNet is thrilled to host its 17th Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM2021) virtually from December 6-10, 2021. The ASM2021 welcomes researchers, students, Inuit, Northerners, policymakers and stakeholders from across the North to address the numerous environmental, social, economic and political challenges and opportunities emerging from climate change and modernization in the Arctic.As one of the largest Arctic research gatherings in the world, the ASM2021 is the hub for Arctic and northern research excellence and knowledge sharing in Canada. This year, renowned...

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Inuit Qaujisarnirmut Pilirijjutit: Video Guide

Fill out the Application Form This video guide accompanies the Call for Proposals for the Inuit Qaujisarnirmut Pilirijjutit. The Inuit Qaujisarnirmut Pilirijjutit (IQP) is an Inuit-led, governed and directed research program. Led by the four Inuit regions (the Inuvialuit Settlement Region, Nunavut, Nunavik and Nunatsiavut), the IQP funds projects across all four regions of Inuit Nunangat. To view the 2025 IQP Call for Proposals SurveyMonkey Application Guide, see below:https://vimeo.com/1096701135 Inuit Qaujisarnirmut Pilirijjutit: Video Guide View the Guide

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Inuit Qaujisarnirmut Pilirijjutit: Webinar

Inuit Qaujisarnirmut Pilirijjutit Fill out the Application Inuit Qaujisarnirmut Pilirijjutit (IQP) is the first and only Inuit-led, governed and directed research program in the world. Led by the four Inuit regions (the Inuvialuit Settlement Region, Nunavut, Nunavik and Nunatsiavut), the IQP is a pan-Canadian Arctic research program funding projects in all four regions of Inuit Nunangat. Inuit are encouraged to apply, regardless of research background or experience. To support applications, ArcticNet and ITK hosted a webinar on November 14, 2024. View the webinar recording below.https://vimeo.com/1030126667?share=copyhttps://vimeo.com/644435954

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PRESS RELEASE: Inuit Qaujisarnirmut Pilirijjutit

New Inuit-led funding program advances self-determination and reconciliation in Arctic research. DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE October 27, 2021 – Today, the four regional Land Claim Organizations of Inuit Nunangat launched the second call for proposals under the newly named Inuit Qaujisarnimut Pilirijjutit.Formerly the Inuit Nunangat Research Program, the program adopted an Inuktut name meaning “Inuit Research Program” to reflect Inuit self-determination in research. This program is the first Inuit-led, directed and governed research funding program in the world.With a $3.75 million investment in Inuit-led projects over four years, the Inuit Qaujisarnimut Pilirijjutit sets a global example for how research funding can...

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