Nordic Geographers Meeting 2026 - Call For Sessions

Wed, Nov 05, 2025

Calls are open for sessions for the upcoming 11th Nordic Geographers Meeting 2026 in Reykjavík 

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The "Observation of Change" Exhibition at Havremagasinet in Boden, Sweden

Wed, Nov 05, 2025

The "Observation of Change" exhibition is on display at Havremagasinet in Boden, Sweden, until 11 January 2026. The exhibition is based on a Nordic art project in collaboration with the nature restoration project Observation – An Observation of Change in the Junkerdal area, Saltdal municipality, Norway.

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October Highlights from UArctic Thematic Networks

Tue, Nov 04, 2025

The October edition of the Thematic Networks' Monthly Highlights showcases the ongoing work of several networks engaged in collaborative research, education, and outreach activities across the Circumpolar North.

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Thematic Network Success Story: "A Holistic Picture by Combining Geopolitics and Security (Studies), and Implementing a Dialogue – the first 15 years of UArctic TN on Geopolitics and Security"

Tue, Nov 04, 2025

The Success Story: “A Holistic Picture by Combining Geopolitics and Security (Studies), and Implementing a Dialogue” highlights the achievements of the UArctic Thematic Network on Geopolitics and Security over its first 15 years.

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ArcticNext 2025 Student Innovation Challenge Showcases Creative Solutions for Northern Communities

Mon, Nov 03, 2025

Memorial University and Nord University co-hosted the first ArcticNext Student Innovation Challenge, uniting students from Canada and Norway to design creative solutions for Northern challenges such as healthcare, food security, and Arctic mobility. The event showcased how youth-led innovation and cross-border collaboration c...

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ACUNS Bridges the Gap: Bringing Northern Research to the Communities it Serves

Fri, Oct 31, 2025

The Association of Canadian Universities for Northern Studies (ACUNS) bridges academic research by making Northern-focused scholarship accessible beyond universities, supporting student researchers through scholarships and partnerships, and fostering collaboration that empowers Indigenous and Northern communities across the A...

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Nipissing University Project Builds Capacity for Sustainable and Inclusive Tourism Across the Circumpolar North

Fri, Oct 31, 2025

Dr. Patrick Maher of Nipissing University is leading an initiative to strengthen Northern and Indigenous participation in Arctic tourism through education, collaboration, and workforce development. Supported by UArctic’s Indigenous and Northern Collaborative Research and Education Engagement Fund, the project brings together...

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Climate Action Leader Launches Free Online Short Course to Boost Climate Literacy

Fri, Oct 31, 2025

As the world faces an ever more urgent need to act in the face of the climate crisis, the University of Tasmania has developed a new, free online short course to empower participants with science-backed knowledge and tools to make a difference.

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Yukon’s New Training Program Strengthens Indigenous Wellness and Self-Determination

Fri, Oct 31, 2025

Yukon University, in partnership with House of Wolf & Associates, has launched the Community Safety Guardian Training Program: an Indigenous-led initiative empowering Yukon communities through culturally grounded approaches to safety, healing, and wellness. Reflecting UArctic’s values of collaboration and capacity buildin...

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Upcoming event: Webinar series by Arctic Waste Forum

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

The webinars are organized by the Arctic Waste Forum as a part of NOWA – Nordic Waste Management Vision project, in cooperation between Finnish, Swedish and Norwegian waste management professionals, operators and innovators.

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Upcoming event: Research seminar, Cruise Ship Sagas

Wed, Oct 29, 2025

Join for the first Association of Canadian Universities for Northern Studies 2025 research seminar series.

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north2north exchange story: Jannie Olsen's experience in Greenland

Wed, Oct 29, 2025

From October 2nd to 10th, Jannie traveled to Nuuk, Greenland to attend the 2025 NunaMed Conference and the Network Meeting on Strengthening Arctic Health Networks through Partnerships and a Mentorship Program.

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Arctic Future Pathfinders: A transformative journey through the Arctic

Tue, Oct 28, 2025

UiT The Arctic University of Norway, in collaboration with UArctic, and other partners in the North successfully conducted the Arctic Future Pathfinders course. 

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Research Day 2025 Arctic University Museum in Tromsø, Norway

Tue, Oct 28, 2025

The UArctic Thematic Network on Arctic Marine Biodiversity, organized a day at the intertidal in Tromsø together with the Arctic University Museum of Norway.

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The 18th Polar Law Symposium held in Nuuk, Greenland, on 22-24 October 2025

Mon, Oct 27, 2025

The 18th Polar Law Symposium was held in Nuuk, hosted by the University of Greenland (Ilisimatusarfik), from October 22 to 24, 2025, marking a significant milestone for Arctic scholarship and governance.

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