Contribution: Grants and Contributions for the Advancement of Northern Science and Technology
University of Alberta
$150,000.00
University of Alberta Polar Knowledges Canada Research Affiliates
FY 2025-26 · 2026-03-12
Summary
The project will establish Dr. Wayne Clark and Dr. Tamzin Blewett as POLAR Research Affiliates to lead complementary programs focused on the intersection of Arctic environmental health and community wellness. Through research on aquatic contaminants and Inuit-led healing practices, the initiative will utilize the Canadian High Arctic Research Station and direct community engagement to support sustainable development and northern resilience.
Department
Program
Grants and Contributions for the Advancement of Northern Science and Technology
Recipient
Location
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Recipient Type
Academia
Type
Contribution
Source
Proactive Disclosure - Grants and Contributions
As published
Agreement End Date
2028-03-31
Agreement Number
POLAR-2526-0009
Agreement Start Date
2026-03-12
Agreement Title
University of Alberta Polar Knowledges Canada Research Affiliates
Agreement Title (French)
Chercheurs affiliés à Savoir polaire Canada à l’Université de l’Alberta
Agreement Type
Contribution
Agreement Value
$150,000.00
Amendment Number
0
Description
The project will establish Dr. Wayne Clark and Dr. Tamzin Blewett as POLAR Research Affiliates to lead complementary programs focused on the intersection of Arctic environmental health and community wellness. Through research on aquatic contaminants and Inuit-led healing practices, the initiative will utilize the Canadian High Arctic Research Station and direct community engagement to support sustainable development and northern resilience.
Description (French)
Ce projet permettra d’établir Dr Wayne Clark et Tamzin Blewett en tant que chercheurs affiliés à POLAIRE afin qu’ils dirigent des programmes complémentaires axés sur l’intersection entre la santé environnementale de l’Arctique et le bien-être des communautés. Grâce à des recherches sur les contaminants aquatiques et les pratiques de guérison menées par les Inuit, cette initiative mettra à profit la Station canadienne de recherche dans l’Extrême-Arctique et une mobilisation communautaire directe pour soutenir le développement durable et la résilience dans le Nord.
Expected Results
Generate and share interdisciplinary Arctic and Northern research knowledge that strengthens scientific understanding, informs policy, and advances collaborative, Inuit‑led approaches aligned with federal research priorities.
Expected Results (French)
Produire et diffuser des connaissances issues de la recherche interdisciplinaire sur l’Arctique et le Nord, qui renforcent la compréhension scientifique, éclairent l’élaboration des politiques et favorisent des approches collaboratives menées par les Inuits, en harmonie avec les priorités fédérales en matière de recherche.
Federal Riding
Edmonton Centre
Federal Riding Number
48015
Organization Code
polar-polaire
Organization
Polar Knowledge Canada | Savoir polaire Canada
Program Name
Grants and Contributions for the Advancement of Northern Science and Technology
Program Name (French)
Subventions et contributions pour l'avancement des sciences et technologies dans le Nord
Program Purpose
To fund youth and/or adult programs to develop new skills, enhance career experiences and/or to participate in S&T activities. To provide funding to individuals or organizations in the form of scholarships or bursaries for programs. To provide funding to Canadian universities and institutes for northern scientific research training.
Program Purpose (French)
Financer des programmes pour les jeunes et/ou les adultes afin de développer de nouvelles compétences, d'améliorer les expériences professionnelles et/ou de participer à des activités scientifiques et technologiques. Fournir des fonds à des individus ou à des organisations sous la forme de bourses d'études pour des programmes. Fournir des fonds aux universités et instituts canadiens pour la formation à la recherche scientifique dans le Nord.
Recipient City
Edmonton
Recipient Country
CA
Recipient Legal Name
University of Alberta
Recipient Postal Code
T5J 4P6
Recipient Province or Territory
AB
Recipient Type
S
Reference Number
171-2025-2026-Q4-P0001