The announcement could prove to be a major win for Arctic conservation, ending long-standing delays in efforts to protect Lancaster Sound, home to narwhals, beluga whales and polar bears.
The Tootoos, a prominent family in Canada’s North, are far from alone in their struggles with alcohol, but their battles have been very public as a result of both fame and tragedy.
Government House leader Dominic LeBlanc said during question period Thursday that the Liberals have listened to the comments of the opposition and pulled the controversial motion, known as Motion 6.