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Voices and stories from across the Western Arctic’s evolving business landscape.
Beyond the Last Mile: Why Digital Connectivity Defines Northern Prosperity

Beyond the Last Mile: Why Digital Connectivity Defines Northern Prosperity

Unreliable internet keeps Western Arctic businesses at a disadvantage. A Northern digital strategy—with fiber, satellite, and affordable access—is needed to make connectivity the backbone of regional prosperity.

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Keeping Talent North: Workforce Shortages and Training Gaps

Keeping Talent North: Workforce Shortages and Training Gaps

A shortage of skilled workers forces many businesses to rely on contractors from the South. The solution lies in building apprenticeships, investing in local training, and offering incentives that keep talent rooted in the North.

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The High Cost of Distance: Why Western Arctic Business Needs More Than Subsidies

The High Cost of Distance: Why Western Arctic Business Needs More Than Subsidies

Businesses face inflated costs from geography and weak logistics. Investment in infrastructure, regional hubs, and supply chain reforms—beyond subsidies—is needed to build a resilient northern economy.

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Breaking Barriers: How Government Policy Impacts Western Arctic Businesses

Breaking Barriers: How Government Policy Impacts Western Arctic Businesses

Local businesses in Canada’s Western Arctic face red tape and southern-focused regulations that don’t fit northern realities. Regionally adapted policies, genuine consultation, and pragmatic reforms are needed to unlock growth and resilience.

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