UArctic is pleased to invite you to register for the 2025 UArctic Webinar Series —a dynamic and timely exploration of the key issues shaping the future of the Arctic and Northern regions. Bringing together diverse voices from across the Circumpolar North and beyond, this series creates space for critical conversations, shared learning, and collaborative action on the challenges and opportunities facing Northern communities.

We’re excited to announce the panelists for the second session of the series: Decolonizing Education and Policy in the North. This session will highlight perspectives from Indigenous leaders, educators, and community members who are advancing decolonial approaches across sectors and institutions. Together, they’ll discuss the pathways to more equitable, culturally grounded, and community-led systems of education and governance in the North.

Meet the panelists, access registration details for upcoming webinars, and view recordings of past sessions below.

Webinar Series Schedule:

Decolonizing Education and Policy in Canada – [REGISTER HERE]

📅 May 7, 2025 | 🕑 2:00 PM NST

  • Integrating Indigenous knowledge and perspectives into education and policymaking.
  • Addressing colonial legacies in the education system.
  • Examples of successful decolonization efforts in Canada.

Moderator: Dr. Kirk Anderson, Dean, Faculty of Education, Memorial University and UArctic Chair in School Effectiveness                          and School Improvement

Panelists: Dr. Ramona Neckoway, Vice-President, Indigenous Initiatives and Reconciliation and University College of the                       North

          Councillor David Swanson, Norway House Cree Nation

          Dr. Shauneen Pete, Chair, Emerging Indigenous Scholars at Royal Roads University

Arctic Economy and Business Development – [REGISTER HERE]

Moderator and Panelists TBD

📅 August 13, 2025 | 🕑 2:00 PM NST

  • Economic opportunities and challenges in the Arctic.
  • Supporting Indigenous-led businesses and entrepreneurship.
  • Sustainable development strategies for Arctic industries.

Arctic Health and Well-Being – [REGISTER HERE]

Moderator and Panelists TBD

📅 October 22, 2025 | 🕑 2:00 PM NST

  • Addressing healthcare access challenges in remote Arctic communities.
  • How environmental changes affect food security, water quality, and disease patterns.
  • Culturally relevant mental health and wellness initiatives.

Past Events:

Youth Leadership in the North – WATCH RECORDING HERE

  • The role of youth in Arctic governance, climate action, and cultural preservation.
  • Challenges and opportunities for young leaders in the North.
  • Success stories of youth-led initiatives.

Moderator: Patti Bruns, Secretary General of the Arctic Mayors Forum

Panelists: Taya Tootoo, Executive Director at the Arctic Children and Youth Foundation

          Laura Bass, Lead on Memorial University's Climate Collective

          Viljo Vuorimäki, Chair of the LYY - The Student Union of the University of Lapland, Member of the Norwegian                       Chairship Youth Committee, and UArctic Board Member

Register today to be part of these important discussions!

Thanks,

Lisa