His explorations of 1893–1895 were important in declaring Canada's sovereignty over the Arctic, and eventually defining the border between Quebec and Labrador.

[1] Albert Peter Low was born in Montreal, Canada East,[2] and attended McGill University, graduating in 1882.

Low was recognized by senior officials for his excellent work and handed a series of scientific assignments in the North.

Although his career is dotted with distinguished work, Low is perhaps best remembered as the commander of a 1903-04 Dominion expedition to declare Canada's authority over the Arctic, a journey that resulted in a bestselling book, The Cruise of the Neptune.

Aplowite, which is a transparent, pink-coloured cobalt mineral, is named in his honour, as is A. P. Low Primary School in Labrador City, NL.