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For the advancement of northern scholarship

Mission & Strategy

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Research and Education

ACUNS is a relevant and sustainable organization that responds to the current and future needs of those involved in northern research and post-secondary education.

Indigenous-Led Knowledge Sharing
ACUNS actively supports the recognition of Indigenous Knowledge and ways of knowing and promotes Indigenous-led research.

Indigenous Knowledge Sharing
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Northern Research Capacity

ACUNS is committed to increasing capacity in northern research through support for student and early career researchers.

Northern Focussed
ACUNS contributes to informed decision making about policies and programs governing northern research and post-secondary education.

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Partnership Support
ACUNS serves as a bridge between northern and southern institutions by building relationships and supporting research partnerships.

ACUNS exists to support collaborative and inclusive research partnerships and educational programming that responds to northern needs and priorities, and inform Canadians about the North.

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