What will a ban on heavy fuel oil mean for Canada’s Arctic?
Some environmental and Indigenous organizations say an Arctic heavy fuel oil ban doesn’t go far enough. Others worry about the economic impact on remote areas.
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De Beers looks to reroute Gahcho Kué winter road
De Beers is asking regulators for permission to reroute a section of the ice road to its Gahcho Kué diamond mine. It would cut 52 km from each round trip.
NWT high water levels could delay freeze-up, change ice conditions
The NWT government warned residents to take care on the land as high water levels continue into the winter, which could change the way freeze-up takes place.
Indigenous groups celebrate new solar farm in Fort Chipewyan
Fort Chipewyan now has what is said to be the largest solar farm in any remote Canadian community. It'll help to supply a quarter of the community's energy.
On The Land Collaborative hands $1M to 55 NWT projects
Rabbit snaring, traditional medicine, literacy camps and canoe trips are among projects funded by the NWT's On The Land Collaborative this year.
Sahtu communities to be given more caribou conservation power
Government-devised caribou harvesting limits in the Sahtu are to be replaced by community-led and “culturally appropriate” conservation plans.
Northern tree rings hold centuries-old air pollution records
Researchers are using northern trees to precisely trace levels of emissions. In Mackenzie Delta tree rings, you can find a history of the industrial revolution.
Gwich’in defenders of Porcupine caribou celebrate Biden win
"We're setting up a meeting right now with Biden." Donald Trump's defeat is a victory for the Gwich'in in their fight to protect the Porcupine caribou herd.
Aurora College unveils three new research chairs
New research chairs in climate change, environmental management, and health are being established at Aurora College ahead of its transition into a university.
Podcast will explore climate change’s impact on Dehcho
A new podcast will give Dehcho Dene a platform to talk about climate change, while providing a means for researchers to share their results with communities.
Fort Smith still working on way to stabilize Slave River’s banks
Two years ago, Fort Smith received $155,000 in federal climate change funds to complete a slope stabilization study. That study is still unfinished.
Fort Simpson residents warned to stop feeding foxes
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources told Dehcho residents to stop feeding wildlife, noting “several reports” of people feeding foxes.