Canada Turns to the World’s Polar Bear Capital to Defend its Arctic

Churchill, Manitoba, known as the "polar bear capital," is emerging as a key strategic location for Canada's Arctic ambitions. The town possesses vital infrastructure, including the only railway connecting to southern Canada, a deepwater Arctic port, and a large runway. However, years of neglect and climate change have left this infrastructure in disrepair. As global superpowers compete for influence in the Arctic, Prime Minister Mark Carney aims to assert Canada's sovereignty through infrastructure projects. The new owner of the port and railway is beginning repairs while facing challenges posed by thawing permafrost. Churchill's existing infrastructure positions it to play a significant role in Canada's Arctic strategy.

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