SmartICE is a social enterprise based in Nunavut, Canada, dedicated to enhancing community safety and resilience amidst climate change. The organization integrates traditional Indigenous knowledge with advanced technology to monitor and map sea ice conditions. They provide real-time data that helps northern communities make informed decisions about travel, hunting, and other activities impacted by the sea ice. SmartICE's work not only preserves cultural practices but also offers opportunities for economic development. Their Northern Production Centre in Nunatsiavut trains Inuit youth, promoting employment readiness, technological skills, and cultural preservation.
By leveraging innovative solutions, SmartICE fosters resilience in the face of a changing climate, supporting the livelihoods of communities that rely on ice-based activities for survival. SmartICE combines innovation with respect for tradition to create a lasting positive impact in northern Canada.
