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Title:

An intimate glimpse into the day and life of the northern wildlife

Agreement Number:

NRS-2526-0003

Agreement Value:

$10,000.00

Agreement Date:

Apr 1, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026

Description:

This project will investigate the drivers of an expanding moose population at the edge of its range, examine how these drivers interact across mammal food webs, and compare wildlife activity patterns across latitudes with extreme light conditions. Using camera data and habitat information from northern monitoring programs in collaboration with the Łutsel K’e Dene First Nation, it will model species distributions, community composition, and behavioral patterns. This research aims to support community-informed research and guide land stewardship decisions in the context of rapid climate change.

Organization:

Polar Knowledge Canada

Location:

Waterloo, Ontario, CA N2L 3C5

Reference Number:

171-2025-2026-Q4-P0032

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Individual or sole proprietorship

Recipient's Legal Name:

Claudia Haas (Wilfrid Laurier University)

Federal Riding Name:

Waterloo

Federal Riding Number:

35114

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.