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Building In Canada’s Arctic: The Permafrost Challenge

DATE

April 9, 2027

TIME

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

LOCATION

New Life Church

Lecture Details

Permafrost thaw is quietly but profoundly changing the ground beneath northern infrastructure. This lecture brings together real field measurements, handson laboratory research, and future temperature projections to show how conditions are evolving, and what it means for the longterm reliability of Canada’s arctic transportation systems. Practical engineering solutions and lessons from current projects will be highlighted throughout.

Lecturer: Dr. Ryley Beddoe

Dr. Ryley Beddoe is a Professor at the Royal Military College whose research examines how climate change affects geotechnical design and infrastructure in Canada’s Arctic. Her work addresses permafrost degradation and focuses on resilient and adaptive techniques for northern roads and railways, including the Hudson Bay Railway, and ice road performance.

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