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These camps aim to address climate change impacts—such as rising temperatures and changing caribou behavior—while promoting youth leadership, cultural reclamation, and community-led environmental monitoring. Key initiatives include the Dene Ts’ı̨lı̨ school for youth and water knowledge camps to address pollution and climate risks. The study highlights that successful implementation requires a focus on participant well-being, structured learning combined with traditional activities, and the provision of professional certifications to incentivize participation.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"cliinstca-000255#summary","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},"key_insights":[{"text":"The Sahtú region of the Northwest Territories is experiencing rapid warming, with temperatures in the north warming faster than the rest of North America and the global average over the last 50 years. 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