Projects

Herring spawning events are among the few animal-driven phenomena that can be observed from space, and we have captured several remarkable examples along the coast of Newfoundland between 2020 and 2026. Atlantic herring (Clupea harengus) is an important forage fish harvested through both traditional and commercial fisheries. It also plays a critical role in the food web of the Gulf of St. Lawrence and many other ecosystems across the North Atlantic. The location and timing of

At Arctus, we love to do science. But sometimes, science needs a little help to convey its message efficiently. In May 2026, we worked with Prof. Deborah Benkort from UQAR on a project funded by MEOPAR to produce a collection of images representing melting glaciers from space. Those images were then printed in large formats and presented at an exhibition at Carnaversail with several other artists, all presenting art pieces inspired by the effect of climate change on those emb

The SIMBA (Smart Whale) project is a satellite-based modelling project focused on the North Atlantic right whale, using satellite-derived environmental information to improve habitat modelling for the species. The goal of the project is to support modelers by providing data that helps them better understand and predict whale habitat and distribution in the North Atlantic. The project involves modelling the whale’s preferential habitat by using satellite-derived environmental

The Atlas project is a collaboration with academia focused on mapping the backshore of the coast of northern Quebec (Nunavik), with particular attention to sensitive habitats along the coast. The purpose of the project is to identify valuable habitats in coastal areas, especially for use in intervention planning in the case of maritime incidents such as oil spills. The mapping work was carried out across the entire Nunavik coast, from Kangiqsualujjuaq to the north of Labrador

The SAMBA / EeyouSAT project was a Canadian Space Agency–funded initiative under the SmartEarth program. Its purpose was to develop satellite-based tools for monitoring coastal and ecosystem change in the James Bay region of Eeyou Istchee, with a strong emphasis on supporting ecosystem restoration, Indigenous-led conservation, and long-term environmental management. The main deliverables were geospatial products and monitoring services. These included bathymetry mapping, shor