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The 27th Conference of Parties (COP27) brought together world leaders, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), government officials, and climate activists. The goal was to review progress made towards addressing climate change by members of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). COPs are meant to be a dedicated space to confront the escalating climate chaos … Continued
The 27th Conference of Parties (COP27) brought together world leaders, Non-Government Organizations (NGOs), government officials, and climate activists with the goal of reviewing progress made by members of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) to address climate change. COPs are meant to be a dedicated space to confront the escalating climate chaos … Continued
This month, members of our Arctic Policy Cohort attended the Arctic Circle Assembly, the largest annual international gathering on the Arctic, attended by more than 2000 participants from over 60 countries. To meaningfully connect with the land and each other before the conference, our delegation explored the ice, volcanic rock, geothermal water, and vast ocean … Continued
This May, we had the privilege of attending the Emerging Leaders program and Arctic Frontiers conference. SOI delegates and staff travelled to Norway for this seven-day immersive experience, complete with workshops, presentations, and land-based activities. Veronica Flowers, one of the SOI delegates, has summarized the week’s events and sentiments in an original blog post featured … Continued
Climate Change in my Community and CAC Reflection Leonie Steigenberger, 2021 Climate Action Cohort Member This picture was taken on August 15th, 2021, around 4:30pm in Vernon BC. Smoke from the nearby raging wildfires completely blocked out the sun, creating an eery ambiance of nightfall in the middle of the afternoon on a hot summer … Continued
Ruth Kaviok 2015 Arctic Expedition Arviat, Nunavut, Canada Ruth Kaviok is a believer of both traditional Inuit knowledge and western knowledge; living in both worlds does have its advantages. Bringing her Indigenous knowledge in any path she chooses, whether it be on expedition, post-secondary school, representing Inuit youth, or volunteering abroad, Ruth thrives in what … Continued
Alumni Profile: Tao Hernandez 2018 Arctic Expedition Santa Cecilia Tepetlapa, Mexico “On a family trip to the cenotes in Yucatán, I noticed some scientists searching for a species of small blind fish and started asking them questions,” explains Tao Hernández Arellano. “Most didn’t pay attention to me, but one biologist explained what they were doing. … Continued
Bobbi Rose Koe Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada 2007 Arctic Expedition When a last-minute spot opened up on the Students on Ice Arctic 2007 expedition two days before departure, Bobbi Rose Koe got a call. She had five minutes to decide whether or not to go. More than a decade later, she has seen at least half … Continued
December 6, 2020. 2020 CAC Community Project update from Leah DavidsonAs the pandemic rages on, students and teachers are looking for new ways to bring immersive environmental education to their students. 70% of teachers say that using video / online games increases student engagement and 60% report that it is helpful for personalizing learning and collecting data. … Continued
