Global sea ice hits all-time February minimum, with Arctic, Antarctic declines
Sea-ice extent reached a stark new record in February, reaching its all-time minimum extent for the month, with the Arctic
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Author: Eye on the Arctic
Iceland’s FM announces defence review, calls revamped security policy ‘urgent’
Iceland’s foreign minister is sounding the alarm on national security, announcing an accelerated review of the country’s defence and security
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$1M CanNor investment looks to boost First Nations-led economy, tourism projects
Canada’s Northern Economic Development Agency is investing $1 million into three First Nation-led projects in Yukon, aimed at boosting the
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Ottawa signs $270-million agreement for Inuit-led conservation efforts in Nunavut
On Thursday, Ottawa co-signed a $270-million agreement for Inuit-led conservation efforts in Canada’s Arctic, aimed at boosting jobs and opportunities
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Seeds saved from war and natural disaster head to Arctic vault for safekeeping
Fourteen thousand seeds from 21 countries are heading to the Arctic this week, bound for the Svalbard Global Seed Vault—a
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Lapland shivers while south warms in a January of extremes for Finland
January brought a stark contrast in weather across Finland, with Lapland experiencing some of the coldest temperatures while the South
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Research project explores rapid retrofits to tackle northern housing challenges
Weather, distance, and a short building season are just some of the construction challenges faced in Canada’s Northern territories. But
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How polar bear fur could unlock ice-free innovation across industry
Preventing ice buildup in extreme temperatures has long vexed industries from aviation to energy, but a new study suggests the
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Inuit Nunangat Policy gets boost with new federal directive
Canada Announces New Directive to Support Inuit Nunangat The Canadian government introduced a Cabinet Directive on Thursday aimed at improving
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Arctic ice shift: Melting multiyear floes trigger decline in vital pressure ridges
As Arctic sea ice continues to thin and shrink, an essential feature of its ecosystem—pressure ridges—is becoming increasingly rare, saysa
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Polar maritime seminar focuses on ensuring Arctic, Antarctic shipping safety
Voyage planning, pollution control, and underwater noise reduction were among the key topics discussed at the 2025 Polar Maritime Seminar,
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Nordic Council of Ministers launches Arctic programme focused on communities
The Nordic Council of Ministers has launched a new programme that aims to build up resilience and supporting local Arctic
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Nearly $225 million ISK in grants for farmers after harsh winter in Iceland’s North
Iceland’s Disaster Relief Fund has distributed nearly 225 million ISK ($1.6 million CAD) in grants to 89 farmers affected by
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Rights, cooperation decisions to drive Sámi Parliamentary Council’s next term
Financing and strengthening Sámi rights in Europe, including establishing a Secretariat, were among the key decisions at the most recent
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Study examines physical, social costs of thawing permafrost across Arctic regions
Melting Arctic permafrost is creating ongoing challenges for communities across the North, and a new study is shedding light on
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