61st Parallel

61st Parallel features reflections and observations on life north of the treeline

The Logistics of Northern Living, Part 1: Sealifting

Keith explores one of the North's annual traditions

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South for Summer Vacation

When home becomes the home away from home, and a reminder of the things left behind.

Some Thoughts on Canada Day

As celebrations of Canada's 145th birthday proceed through the weekend, what and whom reside in the periphery of our national consciousness?

Flying North for the Summer

For some, the solitude, isolation and distance of the north is a primary reason to visit...

Three kids above the treeline

For those who move there, raising children in the North is a learning experience for everyone

Springtime in Arviat

Spring in the North is a well-deserved spectacle

The traditional economy

Even in the era of big mining, traditional industries still play an important role

The Arviat Diamond Driller’s Training Program

Mining in the North requires unusual levels of cooperation from everybody involved...

What’s a CEDO, anyway?

An overview of Arviat's economic activity - and potential

To the 69th Parallel (Part 2): On the DEW Line

Exploring the North...and finding Newfoundlanders in surprising places