Tag: Northern communities
Symbol and sustenance: The complex role of polar bears
WWF February 26, 2016
To many in Northern communities, polar bears are a vital part of their livelihoods. They’re a source of art, lore, identity and sustenance.
North Stars: Meet WWF-Canada’s northernmost scientist
WWF January 25, 2016
Environmental biologist Colleen Parker lives and works in Inuvik, where she once went out for belugas and ended up with muskox instead.
Asking the cold hard questions about the future of the Arctic this election
Paul Crowley 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.
Food for thought: More acidic oceans threat to marine organisms and Arctic communities
Learn more about the causes and effects of ocean acidification, “climate change’s evil twin.”
Canada should use the Polar Code to stand on guard for communities
Paul Crowley October 21, 2014
WWF looks for Canadian leadership on the Polar Code: Nunatsiaq News opinion editorial