churchill marine observatory News Archive
Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources
CTV News: Researchers highlight risks in expanding shipping routes in the Arctic
September 25, 2025 —
For centuries, ice has covered Hudson Bay for most of the year. Now researchers at the University of Manitoba say climate change is melting the ice at an unprecedented rate, opening the door for more ships to pass through for longer periods throughout the year.
Research and International
The Free Press: Nation building needs research — not just infrastructure
September 15, 2025 —
Living through the second Trump administration as a Canadian has been likened, by one commentator, to a teenager being kicked out of the house.
Research and International
Media coverage: Port of Churchill research and development potential
August 27, 2025 —
People are talking about UM, its research and impact in Churchill and for Manitoba.
Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources
Celebrating one year of research at the Churchill Marine Observatory
August 22, 2025 —
The Churchill Marine Observatory celebrates the 1-year anniversary since opening on August 27th, 2024.
Research and International
Opinion: Manitoba holds the key to nation building in Canada
July 17, 2025 —
In responding to calls for action, individual Canadians have been boycotting American goods and travel and rallying around the “Buy Canadian” mantra.
Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources
CBC Manitoba: Can Manitoba’s ‘niche’ northern port put potential U.S. trade tensions on ice? It depends who you ask
January 26, 2025 —
Premier says Churchill's port an 'important card' to play in strengthening U.S. ties amid trade tension
Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources
BBC: Trouble in Arctic town as polar bears and people face warming world
December 18, 2024 —
Trouble in Arctic town as polar bears and people face warming world
Research and International
Winnipeg Free Press: U of M strategic research plan: ‘bold’ goals, Indigenous focus
October 9, 2024 —
U of M strategic research plan: ‘bold’ goals, Indigenous focus
Research and International
Churchill Marine Observatory opens for Arctic climate and environmental research
August 28, 2024 —
UM celebrates the grand opening of the Churchill Marine Observatory.
Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources
Global News: First-of-its-kind research facility opens in Manitoba’s Arctic
August 27, 2024 —
First-of-its-kind research facility opens in Manitoba’s Arctic