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Stories from the High Arctic 

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of the High Arctic with this captivating exhibit. Journey to Alert, Nunavut, and experience the Arctic ecosystem through the stories of the people who live and work there.
Entering Alert
Entering Alert

The research we have about the Arctic and its ecosystem would not be possible without the people who live and work there. Come and explore the northernmost permanently inhabited place in the world.

The Arctic Ecosystem
The Arctic Ecosystem

From enormous polar bears and Arctic wolves that dominate the ground, to the Snow Buntings and Snowy Owls of the sky. Come and join the lively Arctic ecosystem at the museum!

Arctic Conservation
Arctic Conservation

Rapidly changing temperatures in the Arctic affect the entire globe. Come and learn about how climate change is affecting our polar regions, the rest of the world, and what we can do on a local and global scale to help.

This project is funded by the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario)
This exhibit was made in partnership with the University of Québec at Rimouski, Loyalist College, SmartICE, and Nanuk Narratives. We thank you for your support.