ABSTRACT
Climate and socio-economic and environmental changes in the Arctic alter the diversity, abundance, and distribution of key traditional food sources. For Arctic communities, including its Indigenous population, food is not just a commodity for physical consumption; it also offers social, spiritual, and cultural sustenance. The scarcity of nutritious and healthy foods to fulfil dietary needs in Arctic communities often results in numerous risks that include access to, and the ability to afford, safe, secure, and healthy food. This chapter offers an understanding of food security issues in the regional context, emphasizing the diverse drivers of food security, their interconnectedness, and the cumulative impacts for Arctic communities.
