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2.3 Analysis of Stakeholders

The engagement of stakeholders and the awareness raising of the Arctic SDI among potential stakeholders are key goals of the Arctic Spatial Data Pilot. First and foremost, the best way to get stakeholders in the Arctic region in- volved and well served is to meet their needs. This requires making Arctic data easy to find, use, and understand. This report covers guidelines and expe- riences from a large number of Arctic data providing and handling experts to identify the best way to achieve these essential requirements. In addition to this indirect stakeholder integration aspect that results from technology ease of use, reliability, and completeness, there are further dimensions that can be actively pursued. In this context, the recent conference statement from the 2016 Arc- tic Observing Summit shall be referenced, which emphasizes the importance of full engagement with Arctic Indigenous Peoples ISAC, 2016 . The following three subsections identify aspects that need to be addressed in order to improve the integration of stakeholders.

2.3.1 Coordination and Planning of activities

Coordination of SDI related activities and collaboration among the various or- ganizations involved is a critical success factor for an SDI in the Arctic. A suc- cessful shared SDI would be a stepping stone to other collaboration activities that could focus on increased data collection, introduction of robust monitoring programs and ideally reduced duplication of effort. Fostering early coordina- tion and planning and encouraging transparency within the public sector so that collection priorities and data requirements are clearly stated and the most efficient approach can be applied ensure that end user needs are met. In partic- ular, the following aspects shall be considered: • Include indigenous and First Nations consultation and consultation with indigenous and First Nations governments. Contact and request responses directly from GISIT staff who support land claim focused corporation or data managers in each of Canadas four Inuit regions collectively known as Inuit Nunangat, Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami and the Inuit Circumpolar Council. These groups should be considered primary stakeholders in the Canadian arctic. Chapter 2. Stakeholders 21 • Work closely with indigenous representative organizations such as the Permanent Participants of the Arctic Council and national organizations such as Inuit QuajisarvingatThe Inuit Knowledge Centre at Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami in Canada. They can, in turn, facilitate connection to regional and community level organizations and individuals. • Consult land and water boards, land use planning units, northern indus- try through economic development offices • Involve the Government of the NWT Departments the NWTCG could assist with this and Alaska • Consider the role of co-management boards established under land claims or other legislation Wildlife Management Boards for example • Allow key entities to play a role in the management and ongoing gover- nance to ensure ongoing local relevance and participation. • Integrate multiple technologies during offshore data collection to speed the pace of acquisition, increase safety, and benefit multiple stakeholders with a variety of datasets meeting a varied level of needs. • Connect with international organizations such as the International Hy- drographic Organization IHO, which supports the development of Ma- rine Spatial Data Infrastructures MSDIs and through its MSDI Work Group aims to identify and promote national and regional best practices, assesses existing and new standards in the provision of marine compo- nents of spatial data infrastructures, promotes MSDI training and educa- tion, and facilitates external MSDI communication.

2.3.2 Outreach and Awareness