Application # 0034
EMRPC #: EMRPC-0034
EMRIRB # 0034-1623-007
Elizabeth Flamenbaum
National Geographic Society's Pristine Seas Media Team
1145 17th St., NW
Washington,
DC
20036
USA
lflamenbaum@ngs.org
Pristine Seas is the National Geographic Society’s flagship marine
conservation initiative that seeks to explore, document, and protect vital
ocean areas. In 2023, Pristine Seas is returning to Eeyou Istchee and the Eeyou
Marine Region (plus Mushkegowuk regions, north Twin Islands) to film local
experts, people, and activities, as well as present results of the 2022
scientific research. In 2022, the Pristine Seas campaign (EMRIRB #
0026-1522-005) involved a scientific expedition to help promote marine stewardship
and protections in the region. This expedition was in support of the Cree
Nation Government's efforts to create a National Marine Conservation Area in
the Eeyou Marine Region.
Between May 29-June 13, National Geographic is planning to visit
Chisasibi and Waskaganish, and potentially Wemindji. Up to 5 members of
National Geographic will be present to create a documentary film for the local
community and government to help inform the need for marine protections. The
film will incorporate local community members, Indigenous and government
leaders and community members and will be translated into the local language
and dialects. The film tone, messaging, and audience will be guided by
Indigenous conservation leaders and governance in each region.
The schedule will entail travel to islands in James Bay where their
local partners are fishing or have their camps. This schedule will vary based
on the preferences and travel dates of local experts. The route will be
determined by the local experts. They will be in proximity to James Island,
Stag Island, Strutton Islands, Trodley Island, the Twin Islands, and islands
with Cree camps and cabins as directed by local experts. Areas of interest
noted by regional partners include Twin Islands and Charlton Island.
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Project Overview
Pristine Seas is the National Geographic Society’s flagship marine
conservation initiative that seeks to explore, document, and protect vital
ocean areas. The team is composed of scientists, conservationists, filmmakers,
expedition and operations leaders, communications and policy experts based in
Washington, DC, and other locations worldwide. Over the next ten years, we will
work globally with local and indigenous communities, governments, and partners
to establish 40 new marine protections and catalyze the global community to
protect at least 30% of the ocean by 2030. Our upcoming expedition to Canada is
part of this initiative through supporting Indigenous leadership in their
marine protection goals.
Project Description
This Pristine Seas campaign will support Indigenous-led conservation and
the Canadian Government’s commitment to protecting 25% of its ocean by 2025 and
30% by 2030. The goal of the expedition is to help promote marine stewardship
and protections in the region. This expedition is in support of the Cree Nation
Government's efforts to create a National Marine Conservation Area in the Eeyou
Marine Region.
Project Goals
During the expedition, our team of filmmakers and photographers aim to
capture photos and video footage of the expedition, the research, our partners,
and the local stakeholders to create a document film for the local community
and government to help inform the need for marine protections. The film will
incorporate local community members, Indigenous and government leaders and
community members and will be translated into the local language and dialects. The
film tone, messaging, and audience will be guided by Indigenous conservation
leaders and governance in each region.
Project Methods
In 2023, Pristine Seas is planning to return to Eeyou Istchee and Eeyou
Marine Region plus Mushkegowuk regions (north Twin Islands) to film local
experts, people, and activities, as well as present results of the scientific
research.
Socioeconomic Impact
Through the media collected and produced during this expedition,
Pristine Seas aims to connect local communities and governments with our
coalition of world-class partners who support education, conservation
economies, ocean carbon market, and monitoring so communities have the
expertise and tools required for the long-term sustainability of marine
protections.
The project requires:
- - A Wildlife Observation License from the Government of Nunavut – Environment Department
- - Entry/Access permit from the Cree Nation Government
Commenting phase is over
The Eeyou Marine Region Impact Review Board (EMRIRB) has a mandate to protect the integrity of the ecosystem for the existing and future residents of the Eeyou Marine Region. To assess the environmental and socio-economic impacts of the project proposal, the EMRIRB would like to hear your concerns, comments, and suggestions.
Project is not in commenting stage.