Commentary One week after Russia invaded Ukraine, seven countries—Canada, the United States, Norway, Iceland, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland—announced that they were withdrawing from the Arctic Council until further notice. At present, the only remaining member is Russia. With the likes of the United States and Canada turning their backs on the council, the Chinese Communist…
No Way for Canadian Military to Match Russian Footprint in Arctic: Defence Chief
The commander of the Canadian Armed Forces says there is no way Canada can match Russia’s large military footprint in the Arctic. Defence chief Gen. Wayne Eyre is also pouring cold water on the idea of permanently positioning large numbers of troops in Canada’s north. Eyre says the military’s current approach is to make sure…
Northern Premiers Discuss Arctic Sovereignty With PM in Light of War in Ukraine
Yukon’s premier says he and the other two premiers of Canada’s northern territories met with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the national defence minister on Monday to discuss Arctic sovereignty and security in light of the war in Ukraine. A statement from Sandy Silver says the uncertainty created by Russia’s attack on Ukraine has “reinforced…
China Identified as Greater Threat Than Russia in the Canadian Arctic
Two military experts perceive the threat from China as being more dangerous and enduring for Canada in the Arctic than Russia.
Defence Chief Says Guarding Far North Priority, Warns Russia Is Back in Arctic Bases
Canada’s defence chief says protecting the country’s Arctic region is a key priority for the Armed Forces, warning that Russia has reoccupied abandoned Cold War bases in its Far North. Speaking at a defence conference in Ottawa, Gen. Wayne Eyre said defending NATO’s northern flank “is a key area of concern” for the Canadian military….
Canadian Coast Guard Adds Second Hand Icebreaker to Fleet at a Cost of $45 Million
The Canadian Coast Guard is adding another ship to its fleet. The federal government announced today that it is purchasing a second-hand icebreaker for $45 million to make sure the coast guard has enough ships. The coast guard’s existing icebreaker fleet is extremely old and seen several breakdowns in recent years, with the arrival of…
Residents of Canadian Arctic Capital Told City Water Is Unsafe to Drink
The capital of Canada’s Arctic territory has ordered its 7,000 residents not to drink the city’s water due to suspected fuel contamination. Iqaluit, the capital of Canada’s northernmost territory Nunavut, which borders Greenland, declared a state of emergency on Tuesday night, telling residents to stop using city water for drinking and cooking. Residents reported fuel…
Cold Ambition: China Eyes Arctic as New Frontier
News Analysis They cut through the water like giant steel sharks, cold ocean spray misting off their gray hulls. Four Chinese warships, bristling with missiles, tear their path through the frigid waters of the Bering Strait, less than 50 miles from American shores. Their intentions are unknown. For many Americans, this scenario is an unsettling…
Russian Minister Dies During Arctic Training Exercise: RIA
MOSCOW—Russian Emergencies Minister Yevgeny Zinichev died during a training exercise in the Arctic on Wednesday, RIA news agency cited the ministry as saying. The 55-year-old Zinichev, who had headed the high-profile emergencies ministry since 2018, died while saving someone’s life, RIA said, without providing further details. “…Zinichev died tragically while performing his official duties during…
VIDEO: Arctic Miners Feed Hungry Orphaned Polar Bear Cub, and She Becomes Like Friendly Family Dog
Considered one of the most dangerous animals in the wild, polar bears are typically an animal to be feared, and best seen from afar. But there are exceptions to every rule. Found alone on the island of Bolshevik, in the remote Severnaya Zemlya archipelago, a female polar bear cub became very friendly with a team of gold…
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