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Canada's Reindeer Herd Thrives, Boosting Food Security

2/18/2025

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Canada's last free-ranging reindeer herd, thriving north of the Arctic Circle, is a living testament to a century-old experiment combating food scarcity. Since its purchase by the Inuvialuit Regional Corporation in 2021, the herd has flourished to nearly 6,000 reindeer, promising not only enhanced food security but also vital job opportunities for the Inuvialuit community.

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Story summary

Canada's last free-ranging reindeer herd, thriving north of the Arctic Circle, is a living testament to a century-old experiment combating food scarcity. Since its purchase by the Inuvialuit Regional Corporation in 2021, the herd has flourished to nearly 6,000 reindeer, promising not only enhanced food security but also vital job opportunities for the Inuvialuit community.