Fish ‘die-off’ under investigation in Iqaluit
Hundreds of dead fish seen near the deepsea port; Fisheries and Oceans Canada says don’t touch them
A “die-off” of fish in Iqaluit is being investigated by the federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans.
Lifelong Kugluktuk angler celebrates the 1st catch of season
Jobe Kukilukak, 6, catches his first Arctic char of the summer season on the shore of Coronation Gulf in Kugluktuk over the weekend. An experienced fisherman, Kukilukak became the master of the rod when he was three. His mom, Papak Miyok, is planning to make some fish chowder with the footlong catch. (Photo courtesy of Christine Kuliktana)
Pissi season: Arctic char dries in Pond Inlet sunshine
After a day of fishing on July 6, Helen Annie Inuutiq’s Arctic char (pissi) dries in the sun at Salmon Creek near Pond Inlet. In the background is a view of the mountains of Bylot Island, which is located off the coast of northern Baffin Island. (Photo by Helen Annie Inuutiq)
Grizzly bear shot and killed near Rankin Inlet
More grizzlies are being spotted in the region, mayor says
Rare sightings of yellow warbler, brown bat reported in Nunavut
Sightings in Baker Lake, Arviat signal possible ecological shifts
Concerns over consultations, caribou halt uranium exploration plan
Nunavut Impact Review Board cites risk to wildlife, lack of clear mitigation plans from Atha Energy Corp.
Cabins flooded near Salluit after week of heavy rain
More than 40 cabins in the area could be impacted
End of a rainbow in Iqaluit
Clouds part and a rainbow shines over Frobisher Bay on Sunday evening. There was a mix of sunny weather and rain over the weekend in Iqaluit. This view from the Apex Trail was captured as a brief shower turned to sunshine. (Photo by Jeff Pelletier)
Permafrost thaw likely cause of Umiujaq’s dry reservoir, researcher says
Northern Quebec community reports two years of water dried up sometime before March 2024
Baker Lake fuel spill caused by driver who fell asleep while filling fuel truck
Incident occurred in April, led to increased hydrocarbon testing of hamlet’s drinking water
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Fresh mint, strawberries and spicy peppers: Inside Gjoa Haven’s greenhouse
Powered by solar and wind, team grows food year-round in converted shipping containers
Homes light up with solar power in Gjoa Haven
Five houses in hamlet had 5-kilowatt solar panels installed in May
Research icebreaker leaving on a 114-day Arctic expedition
Voyage will help researchers better understand Arctic marine ecosystems
How Trump got in the way of an American’s dream of paddling across Canadian Arctic
Karl Krüger working toward his goal to paddle across the Northwest Passage
On the lookout for ‘Arctic pigeons’: Watching the snow buntings in Iqaluit
Saturday bird walks with researchers will continue until July 26; no cost for public to join
Grise Fiord harbour completion expected by 2029
Proposed project going through Nunavut Impact Review Board screening
Iqaluit community cleanup set for Friday
Prizes, barbecue for those who pick up garbage; cleanups also set in Rankin Inlet, Baker Lake
Province commits $1.8M to study Nunavik’s landslides
Quebec funding for Kativik Regional Government and Laval University aims to improve risk management, secure communities
State of emergency extended in Puvirnituq
Temporary water pipeline stable; Crews to stay until distribution returns to normal
Researchers hit rock bottom on Nunavut island
Deepest ice core in North America drilled May 17; can provide clues about region from 20,000 years ago
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Rifles issued to Canadian Rangers can’t stand up to the Arctic cold
Firearms to be fitted with new stocks
Missing travellers found safe after 2 days on the land
Pair stranded between Taloyoak and Kugaaruk; officials urge use of GPS devices for safe travel
‘Huge milestone’ achieved as Hydro-Quebec CEO signs multiple deals in Nunavik
Makivvik, Tarquti Energy, Ilagiisaq-FCNQ included in green energy plans
Snow clearing resumes in Iqaluit after blizzard shuts down city
Much of city was left without power for six hours, closing most offices
Furry suspect attempts Arctic heist
A curious Arctic wolf tries to steal Anne Oppliger’s bag on May 4 during a photography expedition with Ausuittuq Adventures on Ellesmere Island. “He tried to take the bag four times,” said New Jersey-based photographer Gregory Garnich, who captured the moment. He said he believes the wolf was drawn to the bag after “a small Arctic fox peed on it in Resolute Bay.” This trip was Garnich’s second to the Canadian North, but his first time seeing Arctic wolf packs. (Photo by Gregory Garnich)