Expedition Team, Experts, and Guides

Dr. Marc St-Onge

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.

Aleqa Hammond

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.

Aaron Spitzer

Historian, Political Scientist

Aaron is a professor of Arctic politics, a polar-history buff, a longtime northern journalist, and a kayak fanatic.

Franco Buscemi

Inuit Cultural Educator, Expedition Team

Franco is a proud Inuit cultural educator, bear monitor, and storyteller, sharing his deep connection to the Arctic.

David Lindo

Naturalist

David is a leading voice in urban birding, inspiring city dwellers worldwide to connect with nature through birds.

Barney Bentall

Musician

Barney is an award-winning musician and cattle rancher living in Cariboo, British Columbia.

Jacquie Matechuk

Photographer

Jacquie travels the globe as a Canon Canada Ambassador and Nature Photographer of the Year. She specializes in wildlife and conservation photography. She's inspired by the world that surrounds us and driven to share her love of life and passion for capturing the beauty in this world.

Robert Comeau

Host

Robert is a student at law, a qajaq builder, and an Inuk social and cultural historian.

Julie Bernier

Expedition Leader

A naturalist, traveller, and adventurer, Julie’s enthusiasm and passion are contagious. She is always excited to share her love and knowledge of the environment with others.

John Blyth

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.

Jennifer Williams

Program Director

Jenn is a teacher and adventurer, facilitating cross-cultural education opportunities on shore and at sea for over twenty years.

Wayne Broomfield

Inuit Cultural Educator, Expedition Team

Wayne is an avid adventurer with a deep commitment to sustainability from northern Labrador, Canada.

John Houston

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.

Marissa Dolotallas

Assistant Program Director, Kayak Guide

Marissa is wild about adventure and sharing the joy of life and mindful moments that move our soul.

Chris Scerri

Kayak Guide, Musician

Chris is at home on the water, on the trails, or whenever he’s making music.

Mike Beedell

Expedition Team

Mike is a passionate self-propelled traveller interested in wild and remote places, and intact cultures and wildlife.