We welcome the Arctic Research Foundation (ARF) to the WDS community! ARF became a Candidate member of WDS in April 2025. They are a Canadian nonprofit organization established in 2011 to address the unique challenges of the Arctic through scientific research and community collaboration. ARF operates a fleet of research vessels and mobile laboratories, facilitating scientific missions and cultural initiatives across Canada’s Arctic regions. Their work encompasses various areas, including climate change, food security, and community development, often in partnership with Indigenous and northern communities. By joining WDS, ARF aligns with global efforts to promote open and transparent data sharing, ensuring that their extensive Arctic research data is accessible and usable for the broader scientific community. This collaboration underscores ARF’s commitment to advancing Arctic research through effective data stewardship and international cooperation.