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Mussel Beach

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In the depths of winter, the people of Wakeham Bay explore caverns beneath the ice. There, they gather mussels in a race against the tides

By Patrice Halley

Photography by Patrice Halley

Photography by Patrice Halley

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Looking Ahead – The Mackenzie Bicentennial

By Ronne Heming

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January 10th, 2026 January 10th, 2026

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Photos by Sam Toman

Miner Hockey

Yellowknife was a different place in the 1950's and '60s. There wasn't always much to do to pass the long winter months. So when local miners got together to play hockey, the whole town would turn out. 

By Sam Toman

Photos by Sam Toman

January 10th, 2026 January 10th, 2026

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Heavy Lifting

Sorry, guys. You’ve gotta step back. This loader is for women only 

January 10th, 2026 January 10th, 2026

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Photo by Dustin Patar

Arctic Moment: Close Call

Location: 80 kilometres north of Iqaluit

January 10th, 2026 January 10th, 2026

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Photos courtesy of APTN, CBC, Netflix/Jasper Savage

Anna Lambe Has Something To Say

Nunavut’s new film and TV star is one of the most eloquent and empathetic voices for young Inuit—and Up Here’s Northerner of the Year

January 10th, 2026 January 10th, 2026
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