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Title:
Impacts of climate change on the diet in marine mammals in Nunatsiavut: A community driven approach in support of Inuit priorities
Agreement Number:
KME-2526-0013
Agreement Value:
$25,000.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
This research project addresses community concerns in Nunatsiavut, Labrador about the health, availability, and contaminant levels in ringed seals (Natsik) and polar bears (Nanuk), both of which are being affected by climate change. Using historical records and new field data, the study will examine how changing environmental conditions over the past 30 years have altered the diet and contaminant exposure—especially mercury—of these top Arctic predators. Initiated in response to local priorities, the project supports Inuit food security, informs conservation planning under the National Marine Conservation Areas Act, and strengthens community-based research and governance in the region.
Organization:
Polar Knowledge Canada
Location:
Nain, Newfoundland & Labrador, CA A0P 1L0
Reference Number:
171-2025-2026-Q2-P0018
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Indigenous recipients
Recipient's Legal Name:
Nunatsiavut Government
Program:
Grants to Support Research and Activities Relating to The Polar Regions
Program Purpose:

To foster and encourage activities and events that promote greater awareness of, and increase knowledge about, polar regions. Attract, inform and inspire new generations to carry on Canada's increasing activities in polar affairs.