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Arctic Biodiversity Symposium

Archived Webcast

 

The Canadian Museum of Nature was pleased to host the Arctic Biodiversity Symposium, November 18-19, 2010, in Ottawa, Canada, in celebration of the International Year of Biodiversity.

This gathering provided an opportunity for the scientific community, biodiversity stakeholders and decision-makers to identify the most urgent issues and strategic priorities for future research in this unique environment.

The presentations of November 18 were broadcast live on the web. The recording is now available to watch online.

Contents

Most speakers' PowerPoint files are also available here.

Welcome and Opening Remarks

Mark Graham, Ph.D.
Director, Research Services, Canadian Museum of Nature
Biography

Martin Bergmann
Symposium Moderator
Director, Polar Continental Shelf Program
Biography

Maureen Dougan
Interim President and CEO, Canadian Museum of Nature

Opening Address

Maurice Strong
Honorary Chair, Arctic Biodiversity Symposium
Download the text of his presentation (277 Kb PDF)
Biography

Theme 1: Introduction to Climate Change in the Arctic

The Physical Science Basis for Climate Change in the Arctic

John C. Fyfe, Ph.D.
Research Scientist, Canadian Centre for Climate Modelling and Analysis, Environment Canada
Abstract
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Biography

Traditional Uses of Biodiversity Resources

Kirt Ejesiak, MPA
Vice-President, International Affairs, Inuit Circumpolar Council (Canada)
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Biography

Discussion and Question Period: Theme 1

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Theme 2: Impact on Arctic Ecology,

Climate Effects on Contaminant Exposure of Arctic Marine and Freshwater Biota

Gary A. Stern, Ph.D.
Senior Research Scientist, Arctic Ecosystem Health, Freshwater Institute, Fisheries and Oceans Canada
Professor, Centre for Earth Observation Science, Department of Environment and Geography, University of Manitoba
Abstract
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Biography

Why Should We Care about Arctic Marine Microbes?

Michel Poulin, Ph.D.
Research Scientist, Canadian Museum of Nature
Abstract
Biography

The Arctic Biodiversity Paradox: Loss of Sea Ice and Gain of New Whales

Steven Ferguson, Ph.D.
Research Scientist, Fisheries and Oceans Canada
Adjunct Professor, University of Manitoba
Abstract
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Biography

Discussion and Question Period: Theme 2

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A Council of Canadian Academies Report

The State and Trends of Biodiversity Science in Canada

Elizabeth Dowdeswell, President, Council of Canadian Academies
Thomas Lovejoy, Chair of the CCA Expert Panel on Biodiversity Science (by video)

Theme 3: Technological Tools for the Future of Biodiversity Research

Revealing Polar Life with DNA Barcodes

Paul Hebert, Ph.D.
Professor, University of Guelph
Canada Research Chair, Tier 1, University of Guelph
Director, Biodiversity Institute of Ontario, University of Guelph
Abstract
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Biography

Dealing with Uncertainty: Managing Arctic Protected Areas in a Changing World

Donald McLennan, Ph.D.
Ecologist, National Monitoring, Ecological Integrity Branch, Parks Canada Agency
Abstract
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Biography

The Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF): Infrastructure, Standards, Access to Data and Tools to Forecast Climate Change Impacts on Biodiversity

Nick King, Ph.D.
Executive Secretary and Director, Global Biodiversity Information Facility
Abstract
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Biography

Discussion and Question Period: Theme 3

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Closing Remarks

Mark Graham, Ph.D.
Director, Research Services, Canadian Museum of Nature
Biography