In Churchill, Manitoba, a town known for its proximity to polar bears, climate change is causing significant challenges. As temperatures rise, sea ice melts, delaying the time when polar bears can hunt seals. This forces bears to spend more time on land, increasing their interactions with humans. The polar bear population in the area has decreased by nearly 50% since the 1980s, with bears now spending about a month longer on land than previous generations. This extended time on land leads to increased hunger and potential conflicts with humans as bears search for alternative food sources. The town has implemented a polar bear alert program to manage these interactions, using non-lethal methods to deter bears from entering populated areas. Meanwhile, the loss of sea ice could open up new economic opportunities for the town's port, as it may become accessible year-round. However, the future of the polar bears depends on efforts to mitigate climate change and preserve their natural habitat.