The polar bear is a powerful symbol of the effects of climate change in the Arctic.  Here in New England, our symbol may soon be the sugar maple tree. 

Last year, 2014, was the hottest year ever recorded on Earth. Unlike other worldwide problems from which Canadians might feel relatively safe and isolated, but Canada is actually ground zero of global climate.

3/24/15 Early golfing - Palmer, Alaska, USa

Warm weather has made for unsafe traveling conditions, including a snowmachine race.

1-9-15 Record high temperatures - Bethel, Alaska, USA