Snow. Cold. Polar Bears! The polar bear migration is underway in Churchill, Manitoba, and, once again, we're celebrating the annual gathering of bears as they wait for the sea ice to return. 

We invite you to join us during Polar Bear Week, November 4-10, as we focus the world's attention on the great white bears and the threats they face in a warming Arctic. The celebration includes daily challenges that each of us can take to help the bears. These include buying locally, buying less, and supporting climate friendly companies. It's also the perfect time to contact your elected officials and speak up in favor of action on climate change to help polar bears and the planet.

 

So save the date, make plans to do your part, and visit our social media sites for special Polar Bear Week content to share.

Polar Bear Week is part of our Save Our Sea Ice campaign, a series of Earth Awareness Celebrations centered around energy-saving efforts and action on climate change. 

We've expanded our topics this year to include how businesses, college campuses, and individuals can create a sustainable future. We'll also explore the wild side of the planet, from the ocean floor near Antarctica to the clever ways that arctic animals thrive in their harsh environment.

Reserve your seat now! All you have to do is review the schedule, register, and then join us on the My Planet, My Part page on our website at the appropriate time.

By Valerie Abbott,

Polar Bear Cam Operator

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