Polar Knowledge Canada
Polar Knowledge Canada (POLAR) is responsible for advancing Canada’s knowledge of the Arctic, strengthening Canadian leadership in polar science and technology, and promoting the development and distribution of knowledge of other circumpolar regions, including Antarctica. POLAR operates the Canadian High Arctic Research Station (CHARS) and conducts world-class cutting edge Arctic research out of this extraordinary facility.
POLAR news
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1:New research on country foods
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2:POLAR International Partnership Research Development Program
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3:Partnering with NWT to assess road impacts on caribou, water and fish
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4:Science and Technology Framework
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5:The Fifth International Polar Year
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6:New network launches for research station operators in Northern Canada
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7:POLAR enters new research partnership with Nordic Energy Research
- Polar Knowledge Canada supports new research on country foods with $3.8M in targeted research support
- Northern Science Award is accepting applications
- POLAR International Partnership Research Development Program call for proposals is open
- POLAR and the Government of Northwest Territories celebrate and continue partnership via NWT Cumulative Impact Monitoring Program
- Statement for Nunavut Day 2026
- POLAR enters new research partnership with Nordic Energy Research
Our services and information
Funding programs
Find out about POLAR's available funding opportunities and awards.
Funded research and projects
Learn more about POLAR's Science and Technology program, research taking place at CHARS, and projects funded by POLAR.
The Canadian High Arctic Research Station
The Canadian High Arctic Research Station (CHARS) has been designed and built to optimize innovation in Arctic science and technology, while also welcoming local and international visitors.
Conducting Research in Canada's North
Are you planning a research project in Northern Canada? This portal contains information to help you apply for permits, plan logistics and build respectful relationships with Inuit, First Nations, Métis and other Northerners.
Antarctic
POLAR promotes the development and dissemination of knowledge of the other circumpolar regions, including the Antarctic!
The Fifth International Polar Year
The International Polar Year (IPY) is a significant scientific initiative aimed at enhancing our understanding of the polar regions—both the Arctic and Antarctic.
What we are doing
Publications and outreach
Corporate information
Minister
Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency.
Parliamentary Secretary
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs.