Marine
Topical Session

The Arctic is warming at up to four times the global rate, which is driving a dramatic reduction in Arctic sea ice. As the manifestation of both thermodynamic and dynamic processes across the ocean-sea ice-atmosphere system, sea ice is susceptible to changes in both the atmosphere and ocean that in turn modulate its extent, mobility and thickness. Changes to the ice pack have cascading effects on the entire marine system, such as altering biogeochemical processes, affecting the livelihoods of Inuit, and impacting the maritime industry that operates in Arctic waters. Hence it is critical to understand the processes that act across the ocean-sea ice-atmosphere system and how they modulate ice pack characteristics at all spatial and temporal scales. This broad session covers the oceanographic and atmospheric processes that influence the sea ice cover, and the physical properties of the snow-covered sea ice itself. Studies based on local knowledge, in situ observations, remote sensing and/or modelling are invited. Co-chairs: David Babb, University of Manitoba Stephen Howell, Environment and Climate Change Canada Erica Rosenblum, University of Toronto Kent Moore, University of Toronto Sapna Sharma, York University Brian Kowikchuk, Government of Northwest Territories Joshua Culpepper, York University Jen Bagelman, Newcastle University, Nancy Wachowich, University of Aberdeen

Knowledge Transfer
Topical Session

As information and data become more accessible, there is increasing awareness of how data management is integral to the research process and to decision making. With the advancement of data standards and semantic protocols, data is also becoming more interoperable across systems and enhancing accessibility for users. Building on the outcomes of the Canadian Polar Data Workshops, the development of a Canadian consortium supporting data interoperability, national and territorial Inuit strategies on data management, and Canadian leadership in international data initiatives, we invite papers on the following topics: open access to data and data publication; best practices for adopting or formalizing Arctic data standards at all stages of data collection; Indigenous data sovereignty and/or ensuring Indigenous leadership in the adoption and formalization of data standards; advances in data interoperability with example use cases; semantics; policy and best practices; and other relevant topics. Co-Chairs: Shannon Christofferson, Arctic Institute of North America Chantelle Verhey, Geomatics and Cartographic Research Centre Tom Henheffer, Arctic Research Foundation Rebekah Ingram, Geomatics and Cartographic Research Centre

Other
Town Hall

Canada in a Changing Climate: Advancing our Knowledge for Action is the national assessment of how and why Canada's climate is changing; the impacts of these changes on our communities, environment, and economy; and how we are adapting. In 2024, the publication of the For Our Future: Indigenous Resilience Report was an important milestone for Indigenous-led climate leadership and marked the end of the previous cycle. It also highlighted the pivotal role youth play in shaping the future. It's crucial we amplify northern youth voices and empower youth participation in climate change impacts and adaptation assessments going forward. Come and join us for an interactive session to weigh in on current themes being discussed for the next Assessment. You'll have the opportunity to hear how youth have been engaged in the past and opportunities for engagement in assessments going forward. Co-Chairs: Kristen Walsh, Natural Resources Canada Stephanie Gerand, University of Alberta