Nature and Culture
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![Dr. Marc St-Onge]()
Professor, Geologist
Marc is an experienced field geologist and petrologist interested in documenting the origin of continents and the plate tectonic evolution of the Arctic.
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![Aleqa Hammond]()
Inuit Cultural Educator
Aleqa studied teaching and has worked in various roles including a human rights and environmental organization, Inuit Circumpolar Council, and within the tourism industry. She was also Greenland's first female Prime Minister.
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![Aka Simonsen]()
Historian, Archaeologist, Inuit Cultural Educator
Aka’s love for the Arctic manifests in her passions for communicating Arctic history, archaeology, culture, and nature.
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![Ken McGoogan]()
Author, Historian, Canadian Geographic Ambassador
It took him twenty-five years, six Arctic books, and numerous voyages with Adventure Canada, but author-historian Ken McGoogan believes he has solved the great Franklin mystery.
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![Rogier Gruys]()
Naturalist
Rogier is a passionate protected area specialist with a background in ecology and tourism. He loves sharing his passions with visitors and through his photography.
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![David Pelly]()
Author, Ethnographer, Historian
David's abiding passion is the lessons he has been gifted by Inuit elders, whose wisdom changed forever the way he sees the Arctic landscape. As an author, this has had a profound impact on his writing.
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![Dr. Mark Mallory]()
Ornithologist, Arctic Ecologist, Sea Bird Biologist and Canada Research Chair
Mark studies the effects of all sorts of human activities on coastal environments but specializes in how seabirds are affected by climate change, pollution, and human activity.
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![Carolyn Mallory]()
Botanist
Carolyn’s interest in Arctic plants sparked her co-authored book, Common Plants of Nunavut. She delights in sharing and learning about all things Arctic.
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![Pierre Richard]()
Marine Biologist
Pierre is a North Atlantic and Arctic marine mammal specialist, an avid birder, and a naturalist. He is happiest while outside looking for wildlife.
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![Dr. Janet King]()
Arctic Policy Specialist
Dr. Janet King is a science manager/leader who has served in numerous roles during a career-long passion focused on Canada’s north, advocating for, and advancing northern science, policy, and governance.
Core Expedition Team
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![Julie Bernier]()
Assistant Expedition Leader
A naturalist, traveller, and adventurer, Julie’s enthusiasm and passion are contagious. She is always excited to share her love and knowledge of the environment with others.
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![James Raffan]()
Host, Author
James is a writer, geographer, teacher, and seasoned adventurer with a particular passion for silent craft and the North.
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![Heather Dewar]()
Program Director
Heather is a lifelong learner increasingly open to unlearning. Her formal education is in evolutionary ecology, and while the natural world is where her heart lives, she’s focusing her efforts more on the human community.
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![Jen Derbach]()
Assistant Program Director
Jen is an adventurous soul who loves to learn through experiences and is passionate about sharing her love of nature through the art of photography.
Expedition Team
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![John Houston]()
Inuit Art Specialist, Arctic Filmmaker, Expedition Team
John grew up among Inuit while his parents showed Inuit art to the world. He uses storytelling, filmmaking and art to bridge the cultural gap.
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![Barb Parsons-Sooley]()
Expedition Team
Barb is from St. John’s Newfoundland and Labrador and is passionate about hiking, kayaking, and sharing outdoor experiences with others.
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![Liz Carlson]()
Expedition Team
Liz is an author, travel writer, photographer, and internet storyteller. Her passions include plants, whale rescues, and strong coffee. She’s a big dreamer and a total bird nerd.
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![Marissa Dolotallas]()
Kayak Guide
Marissa is wild about adventure and passionate about sharing the joy of kayaking and mindful moments that spark our spirit and empower our soul.
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![Chris Scerri]()
Kayak Guide, Musician
Chris is at home on the water, on the trails, or whenever he’s making music.
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![Mike Beedell]()
Expedition Team
Mike is a passionate self-propelled traveller interested in wild and remote places, and intact cultures and wildlife.
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![Rustyn Mesdag]()
Expedition Team
Leading climbers, travellers, and trekkers through the most extreme terrains of around the world.
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![Brenya Green]()
Adventure Sales Specialist, Expedition Team
Brenya is a traveller with a passion for learning who knows that every destination offers unique lessons to each of its visitors.
