(Translation) They use them for studies, but we will be studying some areas in the Eastern Arctic where they want to know if polar bear meat is safe to eat or not. There are several questions that I have received, even from the Kitikmeot, as to whether or not after they are put to sleep they are edible. They will be studying that.
John Ningark on Question O472-12(2): Edible Polar Bear Meat
In the Legislative Assembly on April 2nd, 1992. See this statement in context.
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Question O472-12(2): Edible Polar Bear Meat
Item 5: Oral Questions
April 1st, 1992
Page 581
John Ningark Natilikmiot
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