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Queer Queries
"In this light-hearted, informative series, Olympian and activist Mark Tewksbury looks at LGBTQ+ themes and answers questions that sometimes even...
Queer Ecology
“Is nature queer? Non-binary bat researcher Estravan (they/them) explores nature, biology, and sexuality in the natural world through the study of...
SOI Staff Tips: On connecting to nature when you don’t have a backyard
We’re aware that not everyone has a backyard to enjoy the outdoors in. With the current pandemic, this makes it tricky to get all the benefits that...
Youth Polar ambassadorship: why it matters for future pro-environmental behaviours
We’ve always heard from our alumni that expeditions are life-changing, but thanks to two alumni we now have the research to back it up. Christy...
The Sprouts Initiative
In August 2017, Stephanie Quon (Arctic 2019 alum) started The Sprouts Initiative, a community organization focused on sustainability and...
Environmental Escape Rooms: Leah Davidson
Leah Davidson, Antarctic 2011 alum and 2020 Climate Action Cohort member has found a way to make learning about climate change fun for kids with her...
Ice Walker by James Raffan
The book Ice Walker is an enlightening and original story about a polar bear’s precarious existence in the changing Arctic. Author, James Raffan is...
7 Principles of Ethical Storytelling
We are all storytellers and have autonomy over how and when our stories are shared. At SOI we strive to practice ethical storytelling. Our Climate...
Mariana Hill-Cruz
© Mariana Hill-CruzWith a legacy of community service and scientific research in her wake, Arctic 2008 alum, Mariana Hill Cruz is surging forward...
Ann Makosinski: Inspiring with Inventions
Ann Makosinski, Canada C3 Leg 9 alum, is a 22-year-old inventor and international speaker. At the age of 15 she was inspired by her friend’s problem...
Seaweed Pesto on Bread and Crackers
© Photo by Artutr Rutowski on Unsplash Ingredients 200ml rehydrated seaweeds (wakame, sea lettuce, winged kelp, giant kelp) 400ml mixed greens, for...
Seaweeds are Superstars!
Did you know that seaweed and other marine plants produce 70-80 per cent of the oxygen we breathe? Dr. Amanda Savoie, a research scientist at the...
Mission 100 Tonnes
We talk about plastic pollution, but these C3 alumni are all about action. Their project, Mission 100 Tonnes has mobilized thousands of global...
Steaks with Arctic Sorrel Chimichurri
Recipe from The Galley By Paul Rogalski (Canada C3 chef, Leg 7) 4-6 people Preparation time: 4hrsArctic Sorrel Chimichurri Ingredients: 2 bunches...
Jessica Winters
(c) Scott ForsythJessica Winters, a young emerging artist and curator, and Arctic 2016 alum from Nunatsiavut is making waves in the arts scene....
An Alumni E-Book
This Alumni E-Book was created by 2020 SOI Alumni Council member, and Arctic 2018 alum, Aurora Eide! Filled with art and poetry, it features artwork...
Keeping the Inuit Way of Life Alive in a Changing World
“Inuit were born to be outside.” In this powerful and visually striking short film, Derrick Pottle, a traditional Inuit hunter, carver, and guide,...
Caribou Stew
Caribou/reindeer continues to be an important resource around the circumpolar regions. Caribou are mainly found in the northern regions of North...
Ivalu Barlach Christensen
© Ivalu Barlach ChristensenIvalu Barlach Christensen is an Arctic 2012 alum from Sisimiut, Greenland. Her passion has always been science and...
Recap & Briefing: Erinn Drage and Justin Fisch
Listen to SOI alumni Erinn Drage and Justin Fisch talk about their time with Parks Canada and how it led to their participation on SOI Arctic...
Ice Cream and Berries
When applying for an SOI expedition, you probably do not imagine yourself eating ice cream on a ship. For many of our alumni, ice cream is a fond...
MySOI
The SOI Alumni Program is about connections. Connecting to opportunities, resources, and each other. MySOI - our new online alumni portal - has all...
Cason Crane
© Cason Crane Cason Crane, Arctic 2008 alum, was the first openly LGBT person and fifth youngest climber to reach the highest peak on each continent...
Roasted Beets with Lentils and Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
Recipe from The Galley By Jamie Kennedy (Canada C3 chef, Leg 14) Recipe for 6 peopleFarm-to-Table Farm-to-table is a social movement which promotes...
Justin Dearing
Justin Dearing, SOI alum and former SOI HQ staff, is Memorial University’s new Sustainability and Climate Action Officer. The Gazette spoke to...
Climate Change Adaptation Videos
Climate change is a global problem with impacts that are felt at a local level. Recognizing that these impacts are particularly significant in the...
Life Into Lyrics: Cassy and Latarick
A high school experiential learning program, an unlikely trip to the Arctic and the power of song. Two Chicago youth set off on a life-changing...
Hannah Tooktoo
©Hannah Tooktoo/ CBCHannah Tooktoo, SOI Arctic 2010 alum, spent two months cycling across Canada last summer to raise awareness of the high rate of...
Fresh Mint Tea
Recipe: Fresh Mint Tea Ingredients 4 cups boiling water 4 sprigs of fresh mint 1 tsp lemon juice 1/2 tsp honey (or desired amount to sweeten)...
Canadian Youth Statement on Antarctica
The following document was produced by all student participants during the final days of the Students on Ice Antarctic Youth Expedition 2000. It...
Youth Declaration on Southern Ocean Marine Protected Areas
January 07,2014 Drake Passage To whom it may concern, We are members of the 2013 Students on Ice Antarctic Expedition, a group of 70 international...
Imiqutailaq – Path of the Arctic Tern
Watch this award-winning feature documentary made by Students on Ice in 2009 called - Imiqutailaq - Path of the Arctic Tern. The film...
Sledging Biscuits & Antarctic Pemmican
Recipe from The Galley: Sledging Biscuits Ingredients 150g flour half tsp baking soda half tsp salt 30g full fat unsalted butter 50ml cold water...
Jasveen Brar
Seasoned Explorer and Environmental Activist In the true spirit of adventure, veteran expeditioner Jasveen Brar (Antarctic 2014, Arctic 2016) has...
Maddysen Kingmiaqtuq-Devlin
“Our voices as youth are powerful and valuable and we need to be heard.”Maddysen Kingmiaqtuq-Devlin, Arctic 2019 SOI Alum, created a conference to...
Andrea Ménard
Andrea Menard is an accomplished Métis singer/songwriter, actor, speaker, trainer, retreat host, and the founder of the Sacred Feminine Learning...
Two Breaths
“For every two breaths you take, one comes from the ocean.” Youth voices are louder than ever and it’s time to listen. On the Students on Ice Arctic...
Shadunjen van Kampen
SOI Arctic 2015 alum Shadunjen van Kampen recently made the news as quite possibly the first Yukon First Nations woman to receive her commercial...
Angry Inuk
At SOI, we draw inspiration and new ways of thinking from many resources! Our current Staff Pick is Angry Inuk. This film is available through CBC...
Bannock
Recipe from The Galley: Bannock Making Palaugaq HERE A BASIC RECIPE TO GET YOU STARTED. 5 cups flour 2 tablespoons salt 4 tablespoons baking powder...
Oven-roasted Arctic Char with Sorrel Sauce and Mushroom Sauté
Recipe from The Galley By Miche Genest (Canada C3 chef, Leg 11) Oven-roasted Arctic Char with Sorrel Sauce and Mushroom Sauté 4 servingsOn our first...
Denise Lee
Fascinated by the interplay between human activities and the environmental condition, Denise Lee, is a steadfast champion of endangered species, the...