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Oceans North

Towards a Waste-Free Arctic

Towards a Waste-Free Arctic

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Published March 2021

In the predominantly Indigenous communities of the Canadian Arctic, community-level waste management is a matter of equity, inclusivity and responsibility. Waste must be addressed within the context of colonialism, health, food security, economic development and diversification, with a view towards providing opportunities for innovation, education and, ultimately, global leadership on a complex issue.