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Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Jun 25

The Cold Regions Research Centre is currently seeking candidates for a part-time communication assistant position (10 hours/ week).

For more information visit the link: coldregions.ca/opportunities/

Position will be open until filled.

#JobOpportunity #ScienceCommunication

Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · May 17

Missed the event or want to relive it? Check out this short video from the AGM and Open House — a glimpse into our exciting year and what’s coming next! #CRRC #Community #IceHouse

Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · May 17

Huge thanks to everyone who joined us yesterday for the CRRC Annual General Meeting and Open House for the newly renovated "Ice House". Members attended online and in-person to hear and reflect on highlights from the year and discuss the plans for the future.
#community #CRRC

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Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Apr 30

🎇News: coldregions.ca/a-strong-sta...

Big thank you for the great kickoff to the Laurier–ARI Spring Speaker Series! 70+ gathered at Makerspace YK to hear talks about snowfall on YK lakes ❄️ & muskox movement 🐂.

Next up: May 8 – permafrost & carbon in the Shield!
#Yellowknife #SCIENCE #Community

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Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Apr 29

Thank you to all who attended, supported, and helped organize the Aquatic Field Sampling Workshop. We look forward to hosting more hands-on training in the future!
For more info: www.coldregions.ca/aquatic-fiel...

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Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Apr 29

On Saturday, April 19th CRRC held its inaugural Aquatic Field Sampling Workshop sampling Laurel Creek in Waterloo Park.
The workshop emphasized practical skills in aquatic sampling, field safety, and environmental monitoring.

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Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Apr 11

You're invited to the Laurier-ARI Spring Speaker Series!

8 early career researchers presenting ongoing research projects in the NWT. Come connect with the science happening around you!

Snacks and refreshments provided. Everyone is welcome!

#CommunityEngagement #research #science

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Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Mar 28

Interested in water quality? Prepare for fieldwork by joining us for a workshop introducing aquatic field sampling techniques.🧪🌊🦀

Show your interest by registering before April 6. More details to come!

#WaterScience #Fieldwork #Workshop

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Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Mar 28

Congrats to Dr. Joseph Culp on receiving the 2025 Hynes Award!

Culp delivered a lecture on “Threats to Arctic Freshwater Biodiversity: Current State, Future Trends, and Monitoring Needs”, hosted by @Laurier in collaboration with CRRC & @LaurierIWS.
coldregions.ca/celebrating-...

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Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Mar 13

📢Call for Applications📢

Award: Jack Middlemass Memorial Graduate Award in Northern Environmental Research

Purpose: Recognize outstanding contributions in northern research

Supported by: LIWS & CRRC

Deadline: April 15th, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST

More information: coldregions.ca/jack-middlem...

Jack Middlemass Memorial Graduate Award in Northern Environmental Research - Cold Regions Research Centre

Jack Middlemass Memorial Graduate Award in Northern Environmental Research Award Details The Jack Middlemass Memorial Graduate Award in Northern Environmental Research is administered by the Office of...

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Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Mar 3

The Laurier-ARI Yellowknife Speaker Series is seeking in-person presenters from all institutions this spring!
📅 Deadline: March 7, 2025
🔗 Apply now: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Laurier-ARI Speaker Series

Wilfrid Laurier University, the Cold Regions Research Centre, and the Aurora Research Institute are pleased to announce an upcoming speaker series in Yellowknife. We are looking for graduate students ...

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Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Mar 3

🚨 ATTN: Graduate students & early-career researchers!
Conducting research in the Northwest Territories? Looking for a chance to share your work with an engaged audience in Yellowknife?

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Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Feb 5

CRRC hosted the 37th Annual CRRC Student Conference at Laurier! ❄️🎓 Kicking off with an icebreaker & talks on collaboration in northern science. With 100+ participants, the conference featured research on climate change, hydrology, biology & more! 🌍🔬

learn more: www.coldregions.ca/laurier-host...

Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Jan 31

Congratulations to Alicia Pouw for winning 1st place and Mackenzie Mihorean for taking 2nd place in the #CRRC2025 Poster Presentation competition! 🏆🎉 Amazing posters from all participants—great work showcasing cold regions research! ❄️👏 #ScienceInAction

Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Jan 31

Congratulations to Arash Rafat for winning 1st place and Maria Dolan for securing 2nd place in the #CRRC2025 Oral Presentation competition! 🏆🎉 Incredible research and presentations—well done! 👏❄️ #ScienceInAction #ColdRegionsResearch

Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Jan 31

Congratulations to Andy Sekoh for winning 1st place in the #CRRC2025 3-Minute Thesis competition! 🏆🎉 Andto Katryna Barone and Taylor Montgomery-Stinson for tying for 2nd place! 👏 Amazing science communication from all participants! 🔬❄️ #3MT #ScienceInAction

Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Jan 31

Congratulations to Taylor Montgomery-Stinson for winning 1st place in the #CRRC2025 Fieldwork Workshop Scavenger Hunt! 🏆🎉 Great job navigating, problem-solving, and putting field skills to the test! 🏕️🧭 #FieldworkReady

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Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Jan 31

That's a wrap on #CRRC2025! 🎉❄️ A huge thank you to all attendees, presenters, and organizers for an incredible conference filled with insightful research and great discussions. Congratulations to our award winners! 👏 See you all next year! #ColdRegionsResearch #ScienceInAction

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Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Jan 31

Closing out #CRRC2025 with incredible insights! 🌨️ Maryam Bayatvarkeshi discussed how seismic lines impact snow timing and depth, and Arash Rafat explored early winter variability and its effects on ice road construction. Huge thanks to all our speakers! 👏❄️ #ScienceInAction

Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Jan 31

Fascinating talks to begin the Permafrost & Cryosphere session ! ❄️ Tobias Leonhard explored permafrost thaw and contaminant transport, Joseph Younh examined mass wasting in the Mackenzie Valley, and Maria Dolan revealed how thaw slumps reshape stream food webs. 🔬🌿

Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Jan 31

Wrapping up #CRRC2025 with the final oral session: Permafrost & Cryosphere, chaired by
@aliciapouw21
! ❄️🌍 From thawing permafrost and contaminant transport to ice roads and snow cover changes, this session dives into critical cold regions research! 🔬 #ScienceInAction

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Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Jan 31

Closing out the Peatland & Agriculture session! 🌾 Aman Dhindsa analyzed nutrient availability in post-forest conversion farmland, and Akintayo Afolabi assessed soil fertility and crop impacts in Labrador. Thanks to all our speakers! 👏 #ScienceInAction

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Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Jan 31

Great talks to begin the session! 🌱Carissa MacKenzie examined how mining roads affect peatland carbon storage, Joshua Meyer explored burn severity impacts on peat soils, and Nazia Tabassum studied seismic lines and peatland carbon exchange. 🔬 #ColdRegionsResearch

Cold Regions Research Centre (CRRC) @crrc-wlu.bsky.social · Jan 31

Beginning the Peatland & Agriculture oral session at #CRRC2025 chaired by Katryna Barone! 🌿🌾The session presentations will explore how mining roads, wildfires, seismic lines, and land conversion impact peatland carbon storage, soil health, and agriculture in northern landscapes. 🔥 #ScienceInAction

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Frances Stewart @stewartresearch.bsky.social · Jan 31

Wonderful to have @nluymes.bsky.social represent the #WILDlab and muskox research in NWT at the Cold Regions Research Conference this week!

We also had @christinedunbar.bsky.social give a ✨FANTASTIC✨ 3 minute thesis on #muskox too.

Thanks for hosting @crrc-wlu.bsky.social

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