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This document outlines Canada’s priorities as Chair of the Arctic Council from 2013 to 2015 under the theme “Development for the People of the North.” It focuses on responsible Arctic resource development, safe Arctic shipping, and sustainable circumpolar communities, emphasizing collaboration among Arctic states, environmental protection, and the integration of traditional knowledge.