Nature and Culture
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Professor, Geologist
Marc is an experienced field geologist and petrologist interested in documenting the origin of continents and the plate tectonic evolution of the Arctic.
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Inuit Cultural Educator
Aleqa studied teaching and has worked in various roles including a human rights and environmental organization, Inuit Circumpolar Council, and within the tourism industry. She was also Greenland's first female Prime Minister.
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Historian, Political Scientist
Aaron is a professor of Arctic politics, a polar-history buff, a longtime northern journalist, and a kayak fanatic.
Arts
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Musician
Barney is an award-winning musician and cattle rancher living in Cariboo, British Columbia.
Core Expedition Team
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Host
Robert is a student at law, a qajaq builder, and an Inuk social and cultural historian.
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Assistant Expedition Leader
John finds a connection to water and wild spaces. He splits his time between travelling the North as a consultant and a devotion to paddlesports.
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Program Director
Jenn is a teacher and adventurer, facilitating cross-cultural education opportunities on shore and at sea for over twenty years.
Expedition Team
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Inuit Cultural Educator, Expedition Team
Wayne is an avid adventurer with a deep commitment to sustainability from northern Labrador, Canada.
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Inuit Art Specialist, Arctic Filmmaker, Expedition Team
John grew up among Inuit while his parents showed Inuit art to the world. He uses storytelling, filmmaking and art to bridge the cultural gap.
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Kayak Guide
Marissa is wild about adventure and passionate about sharing the joy of kayaking and mindful moments that spark our spirit and empower our soul.
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Kayak Guide, Musician
Chris is at home on the water, on the trails, or whenever he’s making music.