“This assessment is unique in that not only does it synthesize some of the most up-to‐date climate-related knowledge within the region and present it in a form that is understandable by non‐scientific audiences, but that it was developed at all stages in close collaboration with the people who live in the North and deal with adaptation issues on a day-‐to-day basis,” explained Gary Stern, co‐editor of the study and professor in the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources, University of Manitoba.

The 432‐page study includes 10 detailed topic‐defined chapters covering marine contaminants, human health, travel and navigation, food and cultural security and resource development. Also included in the document is a Synthesis and Recommendations that highlights the key priorities and interests identified by stakeholders in the regions. The synthesis will also be available as a stand‐alone document in English, French, Uummarmiutun, Siglitun, Inuinnaqtun, and Inuktitut (both roman orthography and syllabics).

The Western and Central Arctic study will be presented to some of the Network’s key stakeholders at the Beaufort Sea Partnership meeting taking place on October 27 in Inuvik, Northwest Territories.

Citation: Stern, G.A. and Gaden, A. (2015). From Science to Policy in the Western and Central Arctic: An integrated Regional Impact Study (IRIS) of Climate Change and Mobilization. ArcticNet, Quebec City, 432 pp.   Link to pdf.

For more information contact: Dr. Gary Stern, Ashley Gaden