bid by the federal government to impose sweeping confidentiality rules on an Arctic science project has run into serious resistance in the United States.
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"...DFO’s proposed confidentiality provisions say all technology and “other information” related to the Arctic project “shall be deemed to be confidential and neither party may release any such information to others in any way whatsoever without the prior written authorization of the other party.” If enforced, Muenchow says the fisheries department could prevent researchers from publishing scientific findings, blogging about their project or sharing information on the project with the media and public, which is encouraged by the U.S. agencies co-funding the project. Muenchow and DFO scientists involved in the project travel north by icebreaker to deploy and retrieve instruments to assess oceanographic conditions in the ice-choked Nares Strait, which runs between Canada’s Ellesmere Island and Greenland and may have a significant effect on ocean circulation. Muenchow’s problem with the DFO comes amid growing concern and controversy over the Harper government’s micro-management of scientific projects. Researchers are dismayed at “new” publication procedures sent to many federal fisheries scientists two weeks ago and published on-line by anonymous federal researcher. The procedures say DFO managers will decide when and if studies involving DFO scientists can be published in external scientific journals, which are at the heart of scientific communication. ..."
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Laboratory in Eureka, Nunavut, studies ozone depletion and the effects of climate change. A $5-million government grant will allow it to remain in operation.10
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Leo Kaludjak took top spot in the Senior Division, while Ross Tatty took the Master's (40 and older) Division and Tristen Dias captured the Junior flag. Tatty, who also helps co-ordinate the event, said the number of racers was about the same as in 2012. He said the races are often close in each division, which makes the event fun for racers and fans alike. "You get the odd race, for a number of reasons, that may not be that close, but, overall, most of them are pretty close," said Tatty. "The racers take this event very seriously. "Some go all out with brand-new machines, while others, basically, make a snowmobile out of scraps just to be able to enter the races." The races follow international snowmobile rules. Nothing larger than 600 cc is allowed, and every machine's tether cord must be operational. 10
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"..."Our community has always been a big supporter of the races, and we don't usually have any trouble getting the volunteers we need to make them a success. "We did have some accidents this year, but there were no major injuries." Tatty said the club tries hard, when setting up the track, not to make it too dangerous for the drivers. He said there's a few bumps here and there to get the spectators on their toes, but nothing too severe. "We always have very good crowds, and the hamlet is usually good to put parking areas near the course and have the road down to the ice ready. "As organizers, we're always grateful when the races end with no major injuries. "We want them to be fun and competitive, but safety first is always our main goal." Tatty said as soon as the races are done, it's time to put the books away for 2013 and start planning for 2014...." 10Delete the scoop?
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The Arviat students took home medals in the categories of TV/video production (Innosar Issakiark and Shelton Nipisar coached by Gord Billard), baking (Vayda Kaviok and AnneRenee Angalik coached by Susie Johnson), cooking (Ramon Kaviok and Jonathan Kigusiutnak coached by Mike Johnson), hairdressing (Gwen Ishalook and Gabai Kaludjak coached by Celeste White and Kimberley Dymond), esthetics (Sherilyn Sewoee and April Kablutsiak coached by Annette Atkinson) and photography (Avis Mukyungnik and Amanda Pingushat coached by Steve Penney). Issakiark and Nipisar were invited to the national in TV/video production, while Vayda was invited for baking. Billard said the number of participants at this year's Nunavut event was lower than usual. He said there were only 41 competitors in 10 categories, both down significantly from past years. "There was only one team in four different categories, so, by default, they received a gold medal," said Billard. "Our TV/video production entry was one of those, but our little team produced a video good enough to qualify for the national, so I'm tickled pink.
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APTN National News The changes make it difficult for senior civil servants to blow the whistle on politicians who behave unethically. APTN’s Kent Driscoll has the story. 10
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Observer status means Beijing agrees to surrender all possible claims and rights to a region that is controlled largely by eight bordering states
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"...Marine geoscientist Professor Li Sanzhong , of the Oceanic University of China in Qingdao , Shandong , said there was an abundance of resources in the Arctic region, such as oil, natural gas and minerals. "A substantial area of the Arctic region had not been legally claimed by any country," he said. "China has the need and technological ability to explore and mine these resources. It is definitely worth a try." Another Chinese concern is the Northern Sea Route. With melting of permanent ice in the Arctic from global warming, more ships will be able to use the once-unnavigable route between Asia and Europe, making the journey much faster than the traditional route through the Malacca Strait and Suez Canal. China is worried that the Northern Sea Route will be controlled by a few countries, as are the Malacca Strait and Suez Canal, and it had hoped to have a bigger say on Arctic matters to match its growing economic, political and military clout...."
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The students asked Canadian Space Agency astronaut Chris Hadfield 12 questions in the 10-and-a-half minutes the station was in range. The educational program was delivered by volunteers with the amateur radio on the International Space Station (ARISS). The organization ARISS Canada aims to inspire students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and math through amateur radio communications opportunities. ARISS is an international working group of delegations from nine countries, including Canada, Japan, Russia, the U.S. and several European countries. The organization is run by volunteers from national amateur radio organizations and the Radio Amateur Satellite Corp. from each country. Click here to edit the content 10
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