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The Innu Nation Uinipekᵁ Ocean Expedition: Leg 1 Update

The Innu Nation Uinipekᵁ Ocean Expedition has officially begun! This expedition is focused on increasing the knowledge and understanding of the Innu Nation coastal and marine environments alongside providing hands-on experiences in science, mariner skills, storytelling, and more for Innu youth. Leg 1 started on July 1st from Northwest River with a group of excited … Continued

Canada’s Ocean Week 2023: Full Recap

Ocean Week Canada has officially wrapped up after another incredibly successful year. From June 2-11 organizations from across Canada came together to celebrate a week of events, learning, and engagement all focused on the ocean. The official list of activities can be found on the Ocean Week Canada website, or by clicking here.  Running for … Continued

Recap Blog: Arctic Encounter

From March 28-31, members of our team, along with a delegation of youth attended the Arctic Encounter Symposium (AES). Our Arctic Policy delegates and staff travelled to Anchorage, Alaska for America’s largest gathering on the Arctic. This was our first experience at AES, so let’s walk you through some of the highlights: Before AES, we … Continued

Recap Blog: To the Ends of the Earth 2023

On March 29, 2023, the Students on Ice Foundation returned to New York City for the first time in four years for their fundraiser, To the Ends of the Earth. Hosted at the historic Explorers Club, this event reunited some of the foundation’s closest friends and supporters for an inspiring evening in support of SOI’s … Continued

IMPAC5 Recap: A Global Effort to Protect 30% of the World’s Ocean

Against a backdrop of snow-capped mountains and the Pacific ocean, some 2,000 people from around the world gathered for the opening of The Fifth International Marine Protected Area Congress (IMPAC5) in Vancouver, B.C. The congress took place from February 3-9, with approximately 1,000 attendees joining virtually. The event was hosted by the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh … Continued

Recap: Northern Lights

From February 7-11, 2023, the Students on Ice Foundation attended the Northern Lights Conference at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa, Ontario. This conference and trade show aims to highlight Eastern Canada’s Arctic and Northern Arctic industry, tourism, arts and culture. SOI was represented all week by our staff and alumni volunteers at our information booth … Continued

2022 Antarctic Delegation: Full Recap

Why is Antarctica important for Canada? This was a key question in the minds of the 10 Students on Ice delegates we sent south to Antarctica in December 2022. Our delegates had the incredible opportunity to visit this beautiful and magical continent and the incredible wildlife who call it home. Along the way, delegates learned … Continued