Canada wants to build up its long-neglected Arctic. The hard question is how
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Canada is increasing investment in its long-neglected Arctic territory, motivated by nationalism, economic goals, and perceived external threats. The Canadian Arctic, six times the size of Texas but sparsely populated, lacks crucial infrastructure. The government passed a bill to stimulate jobs and investment through construction projects, including transportation corridors. Two road projects are underway: the Grays Bay route to connect Yellowknife to the Arctic Ocean, primarily for mining GDP growth, and an extension of the Mackenzie Valley highway to improve supply access for local towns. The challenge lies in strategically planning projects that benefit both economic development and the needs of the northern communities.
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