Tensions in Canada Flashcards
How are first nations in Canada affected by resource exploitation?
Canada has undertaken fracking in indigenous areas, potentially causing earthquakes and water pollution, which is relied on for agriculture
Canada has also built Jumbo Valley Ski resort in British Columbia which causes air pollution and harms biodiversity
For example, grizzly bears have been forced to retreat into lowly populated areas due to rising infrastructure in these environments
Canadian Government as a player
Accused of supporting TNCs against indigenous landowners who have settled there for a huge amount of time, as the more TNCs the more profit
Supports Jumbo Valley Ski resort as high profit will be generated through tourism
Oil, Coal, and Fracking companies as a player
Exploring indigenous lands as they’re running out of resources elsewhere and need to make a profit
