February Highlights from UArctic Thematic Networks

Mon, Mar 09, 2026

The February 2026 edition of the Thematic Networks' Monthly Highlights showcases the work of several networks engaged in collaborative research, education, and outreach activities across the Circumpolar North.

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Scottish Arctic Conference and ScAN Annual Meeting in St Andrews

Fri, Mar 06, 2026

The Scottish Arctic Network (ScAN), a UArctic regional center, is hosting the Scottish Arctic Conference and ScAN annual meeting this week at the University of St Andrews.

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Do you want to advance the Arctic Humanities in an innovative and creative way?

Fri, Mar 06, 2026

UiT’s Centre for Arctic Humanities invites you to a Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) aimed at advancing innovative research communication and creative methods for transdisciplinary Arctic humanities.

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Call for Abstracts - Arctic Yearbook 2026

Fri, Mar 06, 2026

The Arctic Yearbook is calling for abstracts for its 2026 volume titled "Arctic Intelligence: Data, Knowledge Systems, and Self-Government". The deadline for submitting abstracts is March 16, 2026.   

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Northern Tourism - Year In Review

Thu, Mar 05, 2026

Year In Review 2026 edition from the Thematic Network on Northern Tourism is now available.

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Successful Islands Matter OCEAN Workshop Highlighting Innovative Ideas, Collaboration, and the Vital Role of Islands

Thu, Mar 05, 2026

The recent Island Matter OCEAN Workshop, organised by the UArctic Thematic Network on Northern and Arctic Island Studies Research (NAISR) and the University of the Highlands and Islands, and co-hosted by the UHI Institute for Northern Studies and the University of Prince Edward Island's Institute of Island Studies, has been c...

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Arctic Art Forum

Thu, Mar 05, 2026

The Arctic Art Forum is an interdisciplinary platform for exchange among artists and cultural practitioners from the High North. The fifth Arctic Art Forum will take place from 7–26 March 2026 at the Climate House in Oslo. 

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Winners of the 2025 UArctic Entrepreneurship Fund

Wed, Mar 04, 2026

The UArctic Entrepreneurship Fund (UEF), an initiative of the Managing Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises in the North Thematic Network, supports innovative, community-focused business ideas that drive sustainable development in the Arctic.

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Canadian UArctic Northern Members Strengthen Collaboration at Workshop St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada | February 2026

Wed, Mar 04, 2026

In February 2026, Canadian Northern members of UArctic met in St. John’s to strengthen collaboration, advance Indigenous-led and community-driven education and research, and develop joint initiatives addressing shared Northern priorities, such as food security, land-based learning, governance, and Arctic security.

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COIL@UArctic Global Peace Webinar

Wed, Mar 04, 2026

The COIL@UArctic Global Peace Webinar series will continue this month with a session titled “Global Politics and New Technology: Is This the End or the Beginning for COIL?” The event will take place online on March 24, 2026.

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International Antarctic Institute Secretariat Relaunched at Monaco Pre-Event Focused on Antarctic Academic Cooperation

Wed, Mar 04, 2026

A pre-event hosted in Monaco in February, organized by UArctic, SCAR, and the Oceanographic Institute, Prince Albert I of Monaco Foundation officially announced the re-launch of the International Antarctic Institute Secretariat, which will be based at Ocean University China. The pre-event was then followed by the 3rd Monaco P...

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Register for the UArctic Congress 2026 and the Ocean Connectivity Conference

Fri, Feb 27, 2026

Registration is open on the UArctic Congress website, with early-bird fee available until 31 March. The event takes place from 26 to 29 May 2026 in Tórshavn, Faroe Islands.

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Reminder: Submit nominations for 2026 Frederik Paulsen Arctic Academic Action Award

Fri, Feb 27, 2026

The call for nominations for the 2026 Frederik Paulsen Arctic Academic Action Award is open until April 30, 2026. The Award includes a 100,000 euro grant to a promising idea that addresses climate change through concrete actions and plans.

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Co-Creating a Culturally Grounded Crisis Response Framework for Resilient Indigenous Communities

Thu, Feb 26, 2026

Led by Saskatchewan Polytechnic's Eileen Zaba and Lindsey Boechler, this project partners with James Smith Cree Nation and La Loche to collaboratively develop a culturally grounded mass casualty response framework that strengthens leadership, communication, and long-term community healing following tragedy.

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VICCIY Project Uses Virtual Reality and Cultural Connection to Support Indigenous Youth Wellness

Thu, Feb 26, 2026

Led by Saskatchewan Polytechnic, the VICCIY project partners with Indigenous youth and communities to deliver culturally grounded wellness programming—blending virtual reality, traditional knowledge, and community-led approaches to strengthen safety, identity, and belonging in rural and Northern regions.

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