Uncovering the potential for geoscience research in Canada's North

Abstract

Uncovering the potential for geoscience research in Canada's North David Mate, Executive Director of the Northern Canada Division, Geological Survey of Canada, shares how the GEM-GeoNorth program is using geoscience research to improve the quality of life for Canadians. We have a longstanding geological knowledge gap in Canada. The north – the area above 57° latitude – encompasses roughly 40 per cent of the total area of Canada. Despite the importance of this region to the culture, history and identity of our country and its people, it has historically been understudied compared to southern Canada. We have much to understand about geoscience research in this environment, and resource potential, as well as the resilience of the land and infrastructure to climate change.