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Available evidence suggests that northern ecosystems are undergoing detectable changes. However, the duration, geographic scope and ecological implications of these changes are not well understood at this time. Repeated observations will allow us to better monitor change and detect trends. It will also provide an early warning system that could trigger more specific research and conservation measures. The Northern Ecosystem Initiative (NEI) supports the development of a northern monitoring network.

The long term goal is to support the establishment of a monitoring network capable of providing status and trend information. The information should be simple to understand and easily accessible to northern communities, as well as planners, policy and decision-makers and the public in general.

A northern monitoring network should also be consistent with and supportive of Canada's commitments under the Arctic Council and other relevant international forums.

The current focus is on supporting existing monitoring projects or initiatives that:

In the short-term, the Monitoring Table will place a high priority on:

In the long-term, the Monitoring Table will consider supporting projects that: