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Compendium of Research in the Northwest Territories 1994 COMPENDIUM OF RESEARCH IN THE NORTHWEST TERRITORIES 1994 Including: Wildlife Permits, Scientific Licenses and Archeological Permits AURORA RESEARCH INSTITUTE AURORA COLLEGE ABOUT THE AURORA RESEARCH INSTITUTE The Science Institute of the Northwest Territories (SINT) was created by the NWT Legislative Assembly in 1984. In 1995, the SINT divided and merged with the Aurora College in western NWT and the Nunavut Arctic College in eastern NWT. The Science Institute West was renamed the Aurora Research Institute (ARI) in the spring of 1996. The ARI’s mandate is to improve the quality of life for western NWT residents by applying scientific, technological and indigenous knowledge to solve northern problems and advance social and economic goals. The ARI is responsible for: < licensing and coordinating research in accordance with the NWT Scientists Act: This includes work in the physical, social and biological sciences and in traditional knowledge. < promoting communication between scientists and the people of the communities in which they work; < promoting public awareness of the importance of science, technology and indigenous knowledge; < fostering a scientific community within the NWT which recognizes and uses the traditional knowledge of northern aboriginal people; < making scientific knowledge available to the people of the NWT; < supporting or conducting research which contributes to the social, cultural and economic prosperity of the people of the NWT. Aurora Research Institute Aurora College Box 1450 Inuvik, NT X0E 0T0 Tel: (867) 777-4029 Fax: (867) 777-4264 E mail: [email protected] June 5,1996 i FORWARD The people of the Northwest Territories, our governing institutions and the private sector recognize the need for increased scientific and technological training. Training will allow northerners to adapt to the rapidly changing social and economic structure of the north. Partnerships are an effective way to meet this need. The Aurora Research Institute is one such partner and through the amalgamation with Arctic College research and development programs will be developed in partnerships with government agencies and community groups. The Aurora Research Institute works with these groups to identify research needs and ways to meet these needs. Researchers are also partners in these endeavours. Through the licensing process, community groups are informed about proposed and current research in their area. Researchers can involve northerners in their research activities through school and community presentations and through employment opportunities for residents. Employment in a research project gives northerners an understanding of career opportunities in Science and Technology. This compendium is a part of the Aurora Research Institute’s mandate to involve northerners in science and technology. By participating in this compendium, researchers are partners in making research accessible to northerners. David Malcom Director Aurora Science Institute ii TABLE OF CONTENTS ABOUT THE AURORA RESEARCH INSTITUTE ................................ i FORWARD ................................................................ ii ABOUT THIS BOOK ........................................................ iv HOW TO USE THIS BOOK .................................................. iv Science Institute of the Northwest Territories Scientific Licences Biology..........................................................1 Contaminants....................................................15 Fossils .........................................................18 Geology........................................................22 Health..........................................................32 Physical Sciences.................................................37 Social Sciences ..................................................52 Traditional Knowledge ............................................65 Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre Archaeological Permits ..................................................73 Department of Renewable Resources Wildlife Research Permits................................................81 Researcher Index ...........................................................111 Regional Index Science Institute of the NWT .............................................115 Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre ..................................124 Department of Renewable Resources ......................................125 iii ABOUT THIS BOOK This Compendium is a summary of research licences/permits that were issued in the Northwest Territories during 1994 The information contained in this book is a collaboration between the Aurora Research Institute, the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre, and the Department of Renewable Resources. The Compendium series began in 1986. LICENSING IN THE NWT Under territorial legislation, all research in the NWT during 1994 required a licence/permit from one of three agencies, depending on the type of research being conducted: < Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre - archaeology < Department of Renewable Resources, Government of the Northwest Territories - wildlife < Science Institute of the NWT - all other research in the NWT Through the licensing process, researchers are informed of appropriate organizations, communities and other licensing/permitting agencies that should be contacted prior to conducting studies. Licensing ensures research activities are communicated to interested parties and provides opportunities for the exchange of information. Although the Compendium is a summary of all licences/permits issued in the NWT by all three licensing/permitting bodies, it is not a list of actual research conducted. Verification that the research was completed must be made with the researcher. HOW TO USE THIS BOOK The three main sections of this book contain the research descriptions. Each of these sections reflect a specific licencing agency and type of licence/permit issued. Within each section research descriptions have been grouped by subject, and listed alphanumerically by the principal researcher’s last name. Refer to the Table of Contents for the specific page each section and/or subject area begins on. 1. Reference Number The reference numbers shown in each of the Science Institute of the NWT’s subject areas refer to the file number issued to a particular researcher. It allows cross referencing with research material that may be available on file or in the ARI library. The reference numbers of the other two agencies refers directly to the permit number given to each iv researcher. When requesting information from any of these agencies on specific research outlined in this compendium please refer to the reference number in your correspondence. 2. Regional Abbreviations Throughout the book reference is given to the specific region(s) that the research took place in. The regions identify Government of the NWT political boundaries (see Figure 1) and do not reflect present land claim areas nor those being negotiated. The abbreviations shown for each region are as follows: BA Baffin FS Fort Smith IN Inuvik KE Keewatin KI Kitikmeot v 3. Indices At the back of this book, you will find indices. They have been developed to help the reader cross reference material more easily. The numbers listed in the indices refer to the number listed with each research description, not page number. AVAILABLE IN PRINT OR ON DISKETTE The Compendium is available as a printed publication or on diskette. The diskette version is in a WordPerfect format and has limited search capabilities. Contact the ARI for further information regarding search capabilities and services. Both the printed publication and the diskette are available from the Aurora Research Institute. We highly encourage photocopying of the printed publication to promote its distribution. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE RESEARCH LISTED IN THIS BOOK Please Contact: Aurora Research Institute Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre Box 1450 Box 1320 Inuvik, NT, X0E 0T0 Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2L9 Tel: (403) 979-4029 Tel: (403) 920-8084 Fax: (403) 979-4264 Fax: (403) 873-0205 Department of Renewable Resources Wildlife Management Division Government of the NWT Box 1320 Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2N5 Tel: (403) 920-6060 Fax: (403) 873-0293 SEND US YOUR COMMENTS Whether you are a researcher or an interested member of the public, the Aurora Research Institute welcomes your comments and suggestions about the Compendium. Contact us by mail, fax, telephone or e-mail. vi Science Institute of the Northwest Territories Scientific Licences Biology 001 Biology Ash, Gary R. R.L. & L. Environmental Services Ltd. 17312 - 106 Avenue Edmonton, AB T5S 1H9 Reference #: 12 402 530 Region: KI Location: Izok Lake area and the Coronation Gulf Other members of team: J. Patalas, R. Pattenden Fisheries Reconnaissance Survey of Streams to be Crossed by the Proposed Izok Lake - Coronation Gulf Road The survey focused on identifying streams used by Arctic grayling for spawning. The route was flown by helicopter and ground surveys were conducted at selected sites to assess stream habitat (eg. discharge, depth, velocity, substrate) and fish use through backpack electro fishing, seining, and/or angling. This survey information was used to provide a preliminary assessment of the impact of the proposed road on the fisheries resources. 002 Biology Ashton, Sandra Faculty of Environmental Design University of Calgary Calgary, AB T2N 1N4 Reference #: 12 402 565 Region: FS Location: Nahanni National Park
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