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Nunavut Planning Commission Releases Updated 2021 Draft Land Use Plan Aimed at Protecting the Environment and Promoting the Wellbeing of Residents

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Thursday, July 8, 2021
Indigenous peoples of North America, Indigenous peoples of the Americas, Indigenous peoples in Canada, Arctic Ocean, NUNAVUT, Eskimos, Indigenous peoples in Northern Canada, Iqaluit, Inuit, Indspire Awards, Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated, Paul Okalik

IQALUIT, NU, July 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In anticipation of tomorrow's Nunavut Day celebrations, the Nunavut Planning Commission (NPC) has released an updated 2021 Draft Land Use Plan which is the largest of its kind in the world and covers one-fifth of Canada's land mass, representing some 2.1 million square kilometres of land and water.

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  • IQALUIT, NU, July 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In anticipation of tomorrow's Nunavut Day celebrations, the Nunavut Planning Commission (NPC) has released an updated 2021 Draft Land Use Plan which is the largest of its kind in the world and covers one-fifth of Canada's land mass, representing some 2.1 million square kilometres of land and water.
  • This latest Nunavut Draft Land Use Plan (NDLUP) is the result of extensive consultation and engagement with Inuit, their communities, Inuit organizations, federal and territorial governments, environmental and wildlife organizations, and industry groups.
  • "The Commission is pleased to receive this funding to ensure that we get it right and our plan reflects the history and culture of Nunavut and its people."
  • The 2021 Draft Land Use Plan and a backgrounder can be found at: https://www.nunavut.ca/
    About the Nunavut Planning Commission (NPC) The Nunavut Planning Commission (NPC) is responsible for the development, implementation, and monitoring of land use plans for resource use and development in the Nunavut Settlement Area.

Blue Star Gold Commences High Resolution Geophysical Survey in Preparation for Drill Testing Priority Targets on its Ulu and Hood River Projects

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Arctic Ocean, NUNAVUT, Ulu, Hood River, Regions

The Ulu lease and the contiguous Hood River property together encompass greater than 9,000 hectares of highly prospective exploration ground.

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  • The Ulu lease and the contiguous Hood River property together encompass greater than 9,000 hectares of highly prospective exploration ground.
  • The eastern side of the Hood River property is contiguous to the Ulu lease and hosts over twenty known gold showings.
  • About Blue Star Gold Corp.
    Blue Star is a gold and silver company focused on exploration and development within Nunavut, Canada.
  • A significant high-grade gold resource exists at the Flood Zone deposit (Ulu lease), and numerous high-grade gold occurrences and priority targets occur throughout the Ulu, Hood River and Roma Projects.

Silversea Continues To Lead Restart Of Ultra-Luxury Cruising With New Alaska And Iceland Sailings In July

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Countries, Europe, States of the United States, ALASKA, Arctic Ocean, ICELAND

"The return to service is fast gaining momentum, and we've seen exceptional demand for travel in Alaska and Iceland.

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  • "The return to service is fast gaining momentum, and we've seen exceptional demand for travel in Alaska and Iceland.
  • A diverse array of experiences are available for an additional fee in each destination in Alaska, including the following highlights.
  • During Silversea's voyages in Iceland, guests will enjoy immersive shore excursions that are included in the fare.
  • Please note: Silversea's new voyages to Alaska will be added to the cruise line's website on June 7.

Blue Star Gold to Mobilize 2021 Exploration Drilling Program in Early June

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Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Arctic Ocean, NUNAVUT

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - May 26, 2021) - Blue Star Gold Corp. (TSXV: BAU) (FSE: 5WP) ("Blue Star" or the "Company") announces that it plans to mobilize its summer exploration program in early June 2021.

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  • Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - May 26, 2021) - Blue Star Gold Corp. (TSXV: BAU) (FSE: 5WP) ("Blue Star" or the "Company") announces that it plans to mobilize its summer exploration program in early June 2021.
  • This will be the first program developed and operated by Blue Star's new team that has been involved with important gold discoveries in Nunavut.
  • Numerous high-quality targets will be tested during the upcoming program with a focus on areas proximal to the existing high-grade Flood Zone gold resource.
  • About Blue Star Gold Corp.
    Blue Star is focused on gold exploration and development within Nunavut, Canada.

Independent Travelers Are Making Tracks to See the Best of Alaska; Smart Travelers Are Using the Alaska TourSaver to Make Their Travel Dollars Go Farther

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021
States of the United States, Regions of the United States, United States, ALASKA, Arctic Ocean, App store, App store, Mobile app

Independent travelers are making tracks to see the best of Alaska.

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  • Independent travelers are making tracks to see the best of Alaska.
  • Travelers can download the free Alaska TourSaver App from either the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android).
  • About Alaska TourSaver: For more than 22 years, the Alaska TourSaver book (and smartphone app) has helped thousands of travelers save money seeing the best of Alaska's wide-open spaces.
  • More information: For a free travel guide on Alaska, visit the Alaska Travel Industry Association's website ( www.travelalaska.com ).

Holland America Line Announces Plans to Restart Cruising to Alaska from Seattle in July 2021

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Thursday, May 20, 2021
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@HALcruises announces plans to restart cruising to #Alaska this summer roundtrip from Seattle.

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  • @HALcruises announces plans to restart cruising to #Alaska this summer roundtrip from Seattle.
  • "\n"The Last Frontier is eager to welcome the return of the cruise industry this summer to restart our economy," said Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy.
  • "\nOn board, Holland America Line will continue to offer the amenities that are a hallmark of the brand.
  • Flexible cancellation terms, including our COVID-19 Protections, are offered through " Book with Confidence " when booked by June 30, 2021, for sailings through Dec. 31, 2021.

WWF-Canada mourns Markus Dyck, polar bear biologist and longtime WWF collaborator

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Thursday, April 29, 2021
Regions, Mammals, Continents, Parry Channel, Arctic Ocean, Lancaster Sound, Polar bear, Polar bear, NUNAVUT, Arctic

We want to express our deep condolences to all the victims\xe2\x80\x99 families, friends and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time.\nThe crash, which occurred as part of a trip to survey the Lancaster Sound polar bear population in Tallurutiup Imanga, is a devastating loss for the close-knit Arctic research community.

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  • We want to express our deep condolences to all the victims\xe2\x80\x99 families, friends and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time.\nThe crash, which occurred as part of a trip to survey the Lancaster Sound polar bear population in Tallurutiup Imanga, is a devastating loss for the close-knit Arctic research community.
  • One of the victims, Markus Dyck, who worked for the Nunavut government for 10 years as the Department of Environment\xe2\x80\x99s senior polar bear biologist, was one of the foremost polar bear experts in the country.\nOver the years, his research monitoring polar bears in Nunavut was supported in part by WWF-Canada's Arctic Species Conservation Fund.
  • Markus was a longtime WWF collaborator, a friend to many on our staff and we considered him an extended part of our WWF-Canada family.\n\xe2\x80\x9cI always admired his calm, cool and collected approach to the sometimes-charged issue of polar bear conservation.
  • When Markus spoke, everyone listened, and I can recall many meetings where he was the voice of reason.\n\xe2\x80\x9cAn incredibly dedicated researcher, Markus\xe2\x80\x99 contributions to polar bear management in Nunavut, and Canada as a whole, have been immense, and we all owe him a true debt of gratitude.

Visit Alaska's National Parks and Reap Exclusive Savings with Alaska TourSaver App

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Tuesday, April 20, 2021
States of the United States, Geography of Alaska, Geography of the United States, Alaska boroughs, ALASKA, Arctic Ocean, Juneau International Airport, Outline of Alaska

Alaska is home to more than 50 percent of the nation\'s national parks.\nUsing the Alaska TourSaver app available at the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android), travelers can save 25 percent on Alaska Airlines from the Lower 48.

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  • Alaska is home to more than 50 percent of the nation\'s national parks.\nUsing the Alaska TourSaver app available at the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android), travelers can save 25 percent on Alaska Airlines from the Lower 48.
  • Then, trim hundreds of dollars off the cost of visiting the parks in all areas of the state.
  • For more than 20 years, the Alaska TourSaver has offered exclusive 2-for-1 travel savings throughout the state: fishing, accommodations, adventures, activities and cultural attractions.\nDownload the free Alaska TourSaver app and then select a coupon bundle: Statewide ($89.99), Southcentral/Interior/Far North ($69.99), Inside Passage ($49.99) or Juneau ($39.99).
  • The Alaska TourSaver features exclusive savings throughout the state, from Ketchikan to Fairbanks.

Parvati Foundation Leads Arctic Free To Save The World

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Saturday, April 17, 2021
Physical geography, Earth sciences, Earth, Climate change, Sea ice, Arctic research, Arctic Ocean, Oceans, Arctic, Geopolitics of the Arctic, Arctic policy of the United States

That\'s why Parvati Foundation has launched " Arctic Free ".\nThe Arctic Ocean is our world\'s air conditioner and life support system, regulating the weather patterns that give all of us the food and water we need to survive.

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  • That\'s why Parvati Foundation has launched " Arctic Free ".\nThe Arctic Ocean is our world\'s air conditioner and life support system, regulating the weather patterns that give all of us the food and water we need to survive.
  • According to the National Snow & Ice Data Center, during March, Arctic sea ice extent tracked well below average.
  • MAPS establishes the Arctic Ocean north of the Arctic Circle as the world\'s largest permanent marine protected area, free from all exploitation and militarization.
  • Demand action for a healthy world by going Arctic Free.

Sandia National Laboratories Partners with Quintillion to Conduct First of Its Kind Arctic Research

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Thursday, April 8, 2021
Telecommunications equipment, Arctic Ocean, Oceans, Optical fiber, Sandia, Science and technology in the United States, Economy of the United States, Earth sciences

Sandia National Laboratories scientists are working to gain understanding of the area by capturing and analyzing data pulled from the depths of the Arctic Ocean.

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  • Sandia National Laboratories scientists are working to gain understanding of the area by capturing and analyzing data pulled from the depths of the Arctic Ocean.
  • This is the first time distributed acoustic sensing has been used to capture data on the seafloor under sea ice in the Arctic Ocean.
  • Quintillion built, owns and operates a submarine and terrestrial high-speed fiber optic cable system that spans the Alaskan Arctic and connects to the lower-48.
  • For more than 70 years, Sandia National Laboratories has delivered essential science and technology to resolve the nation's most challenging security issues.