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Title:

Working Title: Igunaq — Exploring Aged Country Food Practices

Agreement Number:

NRS-2526-0006

Agreement Value:

$10,000.00

Agreement Date:

Apr 1, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026

Description:

This project will document and preserve Inuit knowledge of preparing igunaq while examining how climate change affects its safety and preparation practices. Through community-led research, interviews, and a review of botulism risks, it will explore ways to adapt and share this knowledge across generations. This research aims to support culturally appropriate public health guidance and strengthen the continuity of country food practices in Inuit communities.

Organization:

Polar Knowledge Canada

Location:

Edmonton, Alberta, CA T6G 2H5

Reference Number:

171-2025-2026-Q4-P0035

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Individual or sole proprietorship

Recipient's Legal Name:

Shondra Stadnyk (University of Alberta)

Federal Riding Name:

Edmonton Strathcona

Federal Riding Number:

48022

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.