The Master Mariners of Canada invites businesses, organizations, and industry partners to support Navigating the Arctic, a two-day symposium taking place May 12–13, 2027, at the Weldon Law Building, Dalhousie University, in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
The Canadian Arctic presents a unique combination of navigational, operational, environmental, and public-policy challenges. Navigating the Arctic will provide a forum for participants from across the maritime community and related fields to exchange knowledge, share experience, and explore the future of safe, responsible, and sustainable Arctic maritime operations.
The symposium program is expected to address a range of practical and policy-related topics, including navigation in ice, vessel operations, mariner competency and training, emergency preparedness, environmental protection, evolving technology and regulation, and the future of Canadian Arctic shipping.
With 2027 marking ten years since the Polar Code entered into force, the symposium offers a timely opportunity to reflect on lessons learned over the past decade and consider emerging challenges and priorities for the future.
Become a Symposium Sponsor
The Master Mariners of Canada welcomes sponsorship from organizations with an interest in the maritime sector, Arctic operations, marine transportation, education, research, technology, environmental stewardship, and public policy.
A range of sponsorship opportunities is available to accommodate different levels of participation and support. Prospective sponsors are invited to review the opportunities outlined in this prospectus and connect with the symposium organizing committee to discuss their interests.
By supporting Navigating the Arctic, sponsors will contribute to an important conversation about the challenges, responsibilities, and opportunities shaping Canada’s maritime future.
Join us in Halifax on May 12–13, 2027, and help advance the dialogue on navigating the Arctic safely and sustainably.
Who We Are
Master Mariners of Canada is a national, not-for-profit association representing command-qualified master mariners, like-minded seafarers, industry members, and cadets across the country. Our organization takes official positions on important issues to ensure safety and to protect seafarers’ rights wherever they are working. Our work focuses on three main pillars: building awareness, supporting education and upholding advocacy.
