Indigenous Knowledge Science and Climate Change in the North

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Indigenous Knowledge Science and Climate Change in the North

Featuring François Paulette

The circumpolar North is on the frontlines of climate change: the land, lakes, and lifeways of human and non-human species are rapidly changing. François Paulette, a Denesuline and member of Smith’s Landing Treaty 8 First Nation, has been a witness to these changes across his homeland. Through relationship building, trust, and balance between traditional knowledge and science, Paulette believes that important climate solutions are possible.

Recommended Video Citation

Climate Atlas of Canada. (2022). Indigenous Knowledge Science and Climate Change in the North: Featuring François Paulette. Prairie Climate Centre. https://climateatlas.ca/video/indigenous-knowledge-science-and-climate-change-north

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