Government of Northwest Territories

Purpose

This project will focus on the Tundra Science and Culture Camp (TSCC) which is an 8-day outdoor educational program for high school students and educators from the Northwest Territories, held each summer at the Tundra Ecosystem Research Station on Daring Lake. Established in 1995 through a partnership between the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) and the Tłı̨chǫ Government, the camp offers participants a hands-on, immersive experience in the Southern Arctic Ecozone. TSCC blends scientific learning with Indigenous knowledge, featuring sessions led by northern researchers, educators, and Tłı̨chǫ knowledge holders. Participants explore tundra ecology, wildlife, plants, and cultural history while engaging in inquiry-based research, traditional activities, and recreation such as fishing, berry picking, and storytelling. The program emphasizes cross-cultural learning and fosters interest in environmental and interdisciplinary studies