Arctic sovereignty will be the most critical issue confronting the polar regions of the world within the 21st century. We are all aware of gradual acceptance of climate change, and CGM predicted increases in temperature and icepack lose. What needs to be recognized is the ratification of the UN Convention on the Law of Sea, which enables nations to submit scientific evidence of continental shelf extension and subsequent expansion of Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). With the lure of energy security and untapped mineral resources, time will tell if acceptance of UN decisions within the international community will be achieved. Arctic nations continue to flex their preparedness, with increases in military spending and operational effectiveness within this dynamic and harsh environment. Canada, the United States of America, Denmark, and Russia will need to cast aside cold war antics and work collaboratively on issues surrounding sustainable development, environmental protection, encroachments on sovereignty. The far north cannot become the proxy!