James Raffan on climate change and culture shifts in the Arctic

People living inCanada's Arctic areexperiencing a lot of change, both environmentally and culturally.

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Watch the video above to see JamesRaffan discuss the motivation behind his book, Circling the Midnight Sun, in which he tells the stories of people he met duringhis travels inthe Arctic Circle.

Raffanis also visitingQuitters Coffee in Stittsville on Saturday to discuss his book. Quitters isthe new coffee shop owned by musician Kathleen Edwards.

Also, watchOur Ottawawith hostLucy van Oldenbarneveldfor a look awhat'shappening inourcommunity, plus lifestyle tips and stories about health, consumer, music, arts and entertainment.

Also airing this week onOur Ottawa:

• Alfie retires: Former Ottawa Senators captain Daniel Alfredsson retires from hockey with a special coming home celebration.
• Youville Centre: We visit a local centre that provides educational programs and support for young mothers and their children.
• New bridge: The new pedestrian bridge over the Airport Parkway has finally opened after months and months of delays.
• Social media: CBC digital producer Jennifer Beard highlights top web stories and comments on Twitter and Facebook.

Our Ottawais a weekly TV show that takes a look at what'shappening inourcommunity, and includeslifestyle tips and stories about health, consumer, music, arts and entertainment.

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