Arctic Development Expo 2026

Arctic Security - A Shared Responsibility

The 2026 Arctic Development Expo welcomes all researchers, Indigenous leaders, circumpolar Governments, field experts and passionate individuals to join us in Inuvik, NT, Canada.

June 16-18, 2026
Inuvik, Northwest Territories, Canada
450+ Attendees Expected
Register Now View Schedule
Event Starts In:

Days

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

Arctic Development Expo
Premium Speakers
Live Streaming
Networking Events

Arctic Security - A Shared Responsibility

The 2026 Arctic Development Expo welcomes all researchers, Indigenous leaders, circumpolar Governments, field experts and passionate individuals to join us in Inuvik, NT, Canada.

Centered on this year’s theme, Arctic Security - A Shared Responsibility, the Expo provides a platform for dialogue and collaboration on Arctic Security. Discussions will focus on the roles of northern leadership, economic development in support of security, National Defence operations, cyber threats, and the importance of building northern skills and capacity to move the Arctic forward in a secure and coordinated manner.

3
Days
15
Sessions
20+
Speakers
450+
Attendees
Event showcase

Global Network

Connect with researchers, indigenous leaders, governments, and field experts from circumpolar countries and across the globe.

Innovation Focus

Explore Arctic security, northern leadership, economic development, national defence operations, cyber threats, and building northern skills and capacity.

Expert Speakers

Hear from Arctic researchers, indigenous leaders, circumpolar governments, and field experts sharing insights on security, development, and northern capacity-building.

Career Growth

Build northern skills and capacity through expert-led sessions and connections with leaders across research, government, and industry.

Business Insights

Get practical insights on northern economic development and collaboration that strengthen Arctic security and support sustainable growth.

Hands-on Workshops

Join interactive sessions designed to build northern skills and capacity, with practical takeaways you can apply in your work and community.

Global Community

Join a diverse community of researchers, indigenous leaders, governments, and experts from circumpolar regions and across the globe.

Ready to Transform Your Future?

Join researchers, indigenous leaders, governments, and field experts in Inuvik to collaborate on Arctic security and build northern skills and capacity.

Register Now View Agenda

Schedule

Three days of talks and discussions on Arctic security—featuring northern leadership, economic development, national defence operations, cyber threats, and building northern skills and capacity.

1:00 PM 5:00 PM
Registration & Set-Up Midnight Sun Complex Foyer

Attendees and Exhibitors Registration & Booth Set-up

Official registration for the Arctic Development Expo and booth set-up for exhibitors in the Registration Hall.

8:30 AM 8:45 AM
Opening Conference Hall — Midnight Sun Complex

Opening Remarks

Day 1 — Arctic Leadership for Building a Sovereign and Secure Arctic.

Speaker

M. Anderson, P. Clarkson, & R. Alty

Senator, Mayor of Inuvik, & MP for the Northwest Territories
9:00 AM 10:00 AM
Panel Session Conference Hall — Midnight Sun Complex

A Pan-Territorial Vision For Arctic Security

Panel session discussing the overarching vision for security across the territories.

Speaker

R.J Simpson

Premier of the Northwest Territories
10:30 AM 11:15 AM
Panel Session Conference Hall — Midnight Sun Complex

Indigenous Leadership Panel

A panel session focused on Indigenous leadership and perspectives.

Speaker

Frederick Blake

Grand Chief, Gwich'in Tribal Council
11:15 AM 12:00 PM
Panel Session Conference Hall — Midnight Sun Complex

Our Arctic — Our Role in Arctic Security

In-depth session exploring the local role in ensuring Arctic security.

Speaker

Robert Huebert

Director of the Centre for Military Security and Strategic Studies, University of Calgary
2:15 PM 3:00 PM
Panel Session Conference Hall — Midnight Sun Complex

Mayor’s Panel — Arctic Security on the Front Lines

A panel featuring the Mayors of Yellowknife, Whitehorse, Inuvik, and Iqaluit.

Speaker

Ben Hendriksen, Kirk Cameron, Peter Clarkson, Solomon Awa

City Mayors
8:30 AM 9:15 AM
Keynote Conference Hall — Midnight Sun Complex

Keynote — Economic Development for Arctic Security

Day 2 opening keynote focusing on economic development for Arctic security.

Speaker

Alexander Dalziel

Senior Fellow for Arctic Security, Montreal Institute for Global Security
9:15 AM 10:00 AM
Panel Session Conference Hall — Midnight Sun Complex

Successes and Challenges of Arctic Economic Development

A panel session exploring successes and challenges associated with developing the Arctic economy.

Speaker

Caitlin Cleveland

Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment, Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly
10:30 AM 12:00 PM
Plenary Presentation Conference Hall — Midnight Sun Complex

Northern Operational Support Hubs & Military Infrastructure

Plenary presentations on Arctic presence, military infrastructure, and operations for a secure Arctic.

Speaker

Chris Whynot

Inuvik Detachment Commander, RCMP-GRC
1:00 PM 3:00 PM
Panel Session Conference Hall — Midnight Sun Complex

Cyber Threat Preparedness in the Arctic

An in-depth panel session on the importance of cyber threat preparedness in the region.

Speaker<

Robert Privett

Chief Executive Officer, Webhorse Technologies
8:30 AM 9:15 AM
Keynote Conference Hall — Midnight Sun Complex

Keynote — North American and Arctic Defence and Security Network (NAADSN)

Day 3 opening keynote covering NAADSN initiatives and a secure Arctic moving forward.

Speaker

Whitney Lackenbauer

Network Lead at NAADSN and Tier 1 Canada Research Chair, Trent University
9:15 AM 10:00 AM
Panel Session Conference Hall — Midnight Sun Complex

Building Northern Skills and Capacity for a Secure Arctic

A panel session focused on developing local training, capacity, and defence operations.

Speaker

A. Grewal, J. Mathieu, & N. Gautreau

CEO of Arctic Training Centre & Canadian Armed Forces J9 Joint Task Force (North)
10:15 AM 11:15 AM
Keynote Conference Hall — Midnight Sun Complex

Closing Keynote — When Canada’s Arctic becomes the Centre of the World

The closing keynote presentation for the conference sessions.

Speaker

Speaker TBA

Keynote Speaker
11:15 AM 12:15 PM
Panel Session Conference Hall — Midnight Sun Complex

Panel — A Secure Arctic, Moving Forward

The final panel session wrapping up the core themes of Arctic security and moving forward.

Speaker

A. Dalziel, R. Huebert, & W. Lackenbauer

Arctic security experts and researchers

Speakers

Meet the leaders, researchers, and experts contributing to Arctic security, northern leadership, and capacity-building discussions at Arctic Development Expo.

Margaret Dawn Anderson
Opening

Margaret Dawn Anderson

Senator — Northwest Territories

Senate of Canada
Peter Clarkson
Opening

Peter Clarkson

Mayor

Town of Inuvik
Rebecca Alty
Opening

Rebecca Alty

Member of Parliament for the Northwest Territories; Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations

Parliament of Canada
R.J. Simpson
Panel

R.J. Simpson

Premier of the Northwest Territories

Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly
Frederick Blake
Panel

Frederick Blake

Grand Chief

Gwich'in Tribal Council
Robert Huebert
Speaker

Robert Huebert

Director, Centre for Military Security and Strategic Studies

University of Calgary
Ben Hendriksen
Panel

Ben Hendriksen

Mayor

City of Yellowknife
Kirk Cameron
Panel

Kirk Cameron

Mayor

City of Whitehorse
Peter Clarkson
Panel

Peter Clarkson

Mayor

Town of Inuvik
Solomon Awa
Panel

Solomon Awa

Mayor

City of Iqaluit
Alexander Dalziel
Keynote

Alexander Dalziel

Senior Fellow for Arctic Security

Montreal Institute for Global Security
Caitlin Cleveland
Panel

Caitlin Cleveland

Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment

Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly
Chris Whynot
Speaker

Chris Whynot

Inuvik Detachment Commander

RCMP-GRC
Robert Privett
Panel

Robert Privett

Chief Executive Officer

Webhorse Technologies
Whitney Lackenbauer
Keynote

Whitney Lackenbauer

Network Lead; Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in the Study of the Canadian North

North American and Arctic Defence and Security Network (NAADSN) & Trent University
Arjun Grewal
Panel

Arjun Grewal

CEO / Founder

Arctic Training Centre
Jordan Mathieu
Panel

Jordan Mathieu

Major

Canadian Armed Forces, J9 Joint Task Force (North)
Norman Gautreau
Panel

Norman Gautreau

Deputy Commander

Canadian Armed Forces, J9 Joint Task Force (North)

Ready to Transform Your Event Experience?

Experience the Arctic Development Expo 2026 in Inuvik, NT. From compelling keynotes on Arctic security to a bustling tradeshow and local cultural showcases, secure your pass or exhibitor booth today and be part of the solution.

500 Attendees
17 Speakers
3 Days
15 Sessions

Don't Miss Out on the Future

Secure your 3-Day Pass for $650 to gain full access to all keynotes, panel sessions, and networking events. Your pass includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, and exclusive Expo swag. Register online today to guarantee your spot in Inuvik!

Get Your Tickets View Agenda
Full conference & tradeshow access
Breakfast, lunch & dinner included
Digital app & exclusive swag
Event showcase
89% Would attend again
4.9/5 Average rating
Secure your 3-Day Pass for $650—full access to keynotes, panel sessions, and networking events. Includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, and exclusive Expo swag. Register online to guarantee your spot in Inuvik!
00 Days
00 Hours
00 Min
00 Sec

Tickets

Join us in Inuvik from June 16-18, 2026. Get your 1-Day Pass for $350 or unlock the full conference experience with a 3-Day Pass for $650.

1-Day Pass

$ 350

Perfect for a focused day of sessions

  • Conference access (1 day)
  • Keynotes & panels (1 day)
  • Networking opportunities (1 day)
  • Multi-day access
  • Included meals & swag package
Register Now

2-Day Pass

$ TBA

Expanded access across two days

  • Conference access (2 days)
  • Keynotes & panels (2 days)
  • Networking opportunities (2 days)
  • Full 3-day experience
  • Included meals & swag package
Register Now

3-Day Pass

$ 650

Full conference experience (June 16–18)

  • Full access to all keynotes & panels
  • All networking events
  • Breakfast, lunch & dinner included
  • Digital app access
  • Exclusive Expo swag
Register Now

Testimonials

What attendees and partners are saying about Arctic Development Expo 2026 in Inuvik.

“A rare place where Arctic security gets practical.”

The sessions connected northern leadership, economic development, and real security challenges in a way that felt grounded and actionable. I left with new partnerships—and a clearer plan for what we can do next.

The atmosphere in Inuvik makes collaboration easy. You can actually talk with the people doing the work— across communities, government, and industry.

Delegate

Community Delegate

Northern Economic Development
Delegate

“The most valuable networking I’ve had in years.”

ADE is built for meaningful connections. Between the panels and the networking events, I met decision-makers and experts I normally wouldn’t have access to in one place.

The three-day format gives enough time to move from introductions to real collaboration—without feeling rushed.

Attendee

Industry Attendee

Infrastructure & Operations
Attendee

“Strong Indigenous leadership and respectful dialogue.”

The conversations were thoughtful and grounded in northern realities. Indigenous leadership wasn’t an add-on— it was central to the program and the tone of the event.

It’s the kind of space where people listen, learn, and leave better prepared to work together.

Participant

Participant

Community & Governance
Participant

“Cyber readiness finally discussed in an Arctic context.”

The cyber threat discussions felt tailored to northern realities—connectivity constraints, critical services, and the need for practical, scalable preparedness.

I appreciated how the program linked cybersecurity to capacity-building, training, and long-term resilience.

Attendee

Technology Attendee

Cybersecurity & Risk
Attendee