Polar bear near Churchill, Manitoba. Photo: Abby Matheson / Frontiers North Adventures.Canadian tour operator Frontiers North Adventures and Polar Bears International are celebrating 25 years of collaboration in polar bear conservation, research, and education in Churchill, Manitoba. Since 2001, Frontiers North has been a Platinum sponsor, providing access to one of the world's largest seasonal gatherings of polar bears and supporting various initiatives on the tundra.
To commemorate this milestone, a virtual Conservation Happy Hour will be held on 15 September 2026. The event will feature insights from John Gunter, CEO of Frontiers North Adventures, Krista Wright, Executive Director of Polar Bears International, and other experts. This event highlights the impact and innovation stemming from their partnership.
Churchill, known as the Polar Bear Capital of the World, attracts travellers and researchers each autumn as polar bears gather along Hudson Bay's coast.
Polar Bears International, the only organisation dedicated solely to polar bear conservation, has roots in Churchill dating back to 1992. "From the beginning, we shared PBI's passion for polar bears," said John Gunter, emphasising the powerful combination of tourism and scientific expertise.
Frontiers North Adventures, founded in 1987, specialises in responsible wildlife travel. Their Tundra Buggies, designed to navigate polar bear habitats safely, are being converted to electric power. These vehicles serve as platforms for research and education, with live polar bear cams and webcasts reaching over 430,000 people in 2023.
Krista Wright noted, "This alliance has had an incredible impact," highlighting the unique opportunities provided by the Tundra Buggies for research and education. As the partnership continues, it promises further advancements in polar bear conservation and public awareness.
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