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Arctic Policy


Arctic Sovereignty

As Russia continues to invade Ukraine, Canada, along with all other member countries, have suspended their participation on the Arctic Council. As the Russian-Ukraine situation progresses, it is more important than ever for the Government of Canada to be prioritizing and protecting their Arctic regions.

Arctic Conservation

The World Wildlife Foundation discusses their commitments to Canada's Arctic and the wildlife that inhabits it. They outline different projects that they have initiated to protect the Arctic including the promotion of better shipping practices, renewable energy, and protecting ice areas.

Gender Equality in the Arctic

The Arctic Council discusses the importance of addressing gender equality in the Arctic and they continue to improve and develop economically. Areas to strengthen include improving mobility between men and women, combating violence against women, and improving data collection in the Arctic, in order to address dominant problems affecting women and other diverse groups in the North.