The University of the Arctic (UArctic) is a network of universities, colleges, research institutes, and other organizations concerned with education and research in and about the North. UArctic builds and strengthens collective resources and infrastructures that enable member institutions to better serve their constituents and their regions. Created through the Arctic Council, UArctic is committed to upholding its principles of sustainable development and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Memorial University has been an active member of UArctic since 2004, engaging within UArctic’s Board of Directors, Thematic Networks, Student Ambassadors, and a current memorandum of understanding for the UArctic senior leadership position of Vice President, Northern Community Engagement. Memorial has, in the past, also filled the position of Vice President Indigenous.

Memorial University is also managing and administering the following funding opportunities:

1. The Indigenous and Northern Collaborative Research and Education Engagement Fund
2. The Indigenous and Northern Relationship Development Fund
3. Travel Fund

Read more about the Global Arctic Leadership Initiative.

UArctic Webinar Series 2025. Click on the name for more information:
1. Youth Leadership in the North
2. Decolonizing Education and Policy in Canada
3. Arctic Economy and Business Development
4. Arctic Health and Well-Being

Previous webinars can be viewed on our YouTube Channel. The webinar on Cross-disciplinarity in the North can be viewed here. The webinar on Honouring Indigenous Perspectives can be found here.