Polar Knowledge Canada
Polar Knowledge Canada (POLAR) is responsible for advancing Canada’s knowledge of the Arctic, strengthening Canadian leadership in polar science and technology, and promoting the development and distribution of knowledge of other circumpolar regions, including Antarctica. POLAR operates the Canadian High Arctic Research Station (CHARS) campus and conducts world-class cutting edge Arctic research out of this extraordinary facility.
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1:Lucassie Arragutainaq receives the 2022 Northern Science Award for advancing Inuit research and scientific knowledge
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2:Yukon Call for Proposals 2023-26
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3:Polar Knowledge Canada Fellowship Program 2023-2024 applications are open
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4:Avian influenza virus has been detected in wild birds in Canada
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5:Our new infographics page provides visual summaries of important topics.
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6:Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)
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About Polar Knowledge Canada
Learn how POLAR helps build and support the current and future generations of polar scientists, innovators and managers through its initiatives in science and technology and its operations at the CHARS campus.
Welcome to the Canadian High Arctic Research Station Campus
POLAR's campus has been designed and built to optimize innovation in Arctic science and technology, while also welcoming local and international visitors.
POLAR research and projects
Learn more about POLAR's Science and Technology program, research taking place at the CHARS campus, and projects funded by POLAR.
Conducting Research in Canada's North
Are you planning a research project in Northern Canada? This portal contains information to help you apply for permits, plan logistics and build respectful relationships with Inuit, First Nations, Métis and other Northerners.
Antarctic
POLAR promotes the development and dissemination of knowledge of the other circumpolar regions, including the Antarctic!
Working at POLAR
Learn about working at POLAR, the variety of exciting roles, and job opportunities.
Funding
Find out about POLAR's Northern Scientific Training Program (NSTP) and other programs and funding available for polar researchers.
Awards
This section highlights awards in recognition of contributions to polar research, and their recipients.
Information resources
Quick links to other players in the polar research community, nationally and internationally.
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