Our project is focused on understanding risks from climate change and growth in shipping across Inuit Nunangat and to identify ways to manage these issues that support Inuit self-determined shipping and oceans governance. Our project objectives include to: 1. Analyse past and future ship traffic in Nunavut; 2. Model current and future underwater noise caused by ships; 3. Sample potential air and water pollution from ships; 4. Evaluate potential for non-indigenous species introduction from ships, and; 5. Develop risk maps and evidence-based recommendations. Fieldwork: We will opportunistically conduct water samples from on board ships (Amundsen, Adventure Canada, Students on Ice), transiting Nunavut waters from July-September, 2024, and 2025. We will also opportunistically conduct water and sediment samples at shore locations along cruise ship routes (where appropriate). Shore locations may include Dundas Harbour, Fort Ross, Gjoa Haven, Beechey Island, Resolute, and Cambridge Bay. We will also conduct community-based sampling of air, water, and sediment, led by Inuit in Arviat and Pond Inlet from June – September, 2024 and 2025. Methods: Onboard the ships, we will sample seawater from the inlet in the hull and filter it through a mesh to collect plastic and other sediments. We will set up onboard air sampling arrays, where particles in the air will be collected on filters. We will take water samples for eDNA to identify any non-indigenous species upstream and downstream of the ship and at shore locations. At shore locations, we will take sediment samples (100g) in a metal bottles and take pictures of any plastic debris. Community-based sampling in Arviat and Pond Inlet will include setting up air sampling arrays near the communities, water sampling for plastic and eDNA by boat and Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV). Impacts: There are no expected impacts to the environment, wildlife, or people. Data Storage and Management: The research team follows all procedures for data management and storage that is outlined in the Tri-Council protocols and the National Inuit Strategy on Research. All data and samples are saved and/or stored in locked facilities and password protected computers/servers. Physical samples (air, water, and sediment) will be stored at locked facilities in Ottawa and Cambridge, UK. Nunavut residents involvement: Nunavut residents have been involved in the project since the beginning. We have partnered with Ikaarvik (Pond Inlet, NU) and Aqqiumavvik Society (Arviat, NU) to develop the original project proposal and research questions. In May, 2022 all southern team members attended training on Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (IQ). In December, northern team members received training on how to collect acoustic data using hydrophones, and, in February, training on water and plastics sampling and analysis. In 2023-24, we plan to conduct similar community researcher sampling training and workshops. Results Sharing: Results validation and sharing workshops in Arviat and Pond Inlet are planned for 2025. These events will be co-led by Inuit Youth. Results will also be shared with Nunavut partners throughout the project.