Bridging Science and Traditional Knowledge in alignment with Marine Conservation Targets

This knowledge mobilization project centered around the Beaufort Sea area Mackenzie Delta within the Inuvialuit Settlement Region focuses on marine and coastal scientific and Traditional Knowledge. Given the unprecedented climate change impacts, including coastal erosion and changing sea conditions, effective communication of research findings becomes crucial. To achieve this, the project combines scientific research from Natural Resources Canada (Dustin Whalen) and Department of Fisheries and Oceans (Lisa Loseto)  with Inuvialuit Traditional Knowledge and connection for ongoing youth involvement with and, emphasis on the importance of marine conservation and ocean literacy.

I love that you were able to incorporate aspects of our Indigenized Inquiry model and I especially liked how the students' questions guided many of the teaching resources. It is a unit of HIGH interest and relevance for our students and our community. As a school, we really appreciated the connections to culture and Traditional Knowledge.

Paige Driscoll, Mangilaluk School

This project aims to create an education program that equitably and effectively communicates the importance of marine conservation and addresses the challenges posed by climate change across Arctic communities of the Inuvialuit Settlement Region.

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This project is in collaboration with local Hunter and Trapper Committees (HTC) and schools in the Beaufort-Delta Division - engaging youth, building community capacity, and even supporting local filmmakers in creating a holistic educational program for grades K-9. 

By involving youth, the project fosters their active participation and empowers them to become advocates for marine conservation. It also contributes to building community capacity by providing activities and resources to enhance knowledge and understanding of marine and coastal issues and support subsistence harvests. 

Prinatbale AR Poster for classrooms and community buildings