The Northwest Passage: Who Owns Arctic Waters? | FULL DOCUMENTARY

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The eyes of the world are now turning toward the Far North, and more specifically toward the channels of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, whose waters may become ice-free within the next decade or two. The legendary Northwest Passage is now taking on renewed significance, as it could become a highly cost-effective trade route for many nations. One crucial question remains, however: are the waters of the Passage Canadian or international?

Documentary: Terres Arctiques
Directed by: Ole Gjerstad et Vic Pelletier
Production: PVP Média (2007)

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As Arctic ice melts, Canada faces int