Lecture 20 Industry in Canada's Arctic - AI Check!!!

This set of flashcards covers key concepts and facts from the lecture about the Arctic Environment, including economic contributions, environmental concerns, mining, and military activity.

What was the contribution of Nunavut's offshore fishery to its economy in 2019?

$112 million to the territory's gross domestic product.

What independent study did the Nunavut Fisheries Association commission?

A study on the economic impact of the Nunavut NAFO Regulatory Area.

What are key current issues in the Arctic mentioned in the lecture?

Industrial development, expansion of military activity, and land disputes.

Why is the response of Arctic wildlife to disturbances during breeding season important?

There is little history of disturbance, raising questions about their thresholds and cumulative effects.

What are some key mining resources mentioned in the Arctic region?

Gold, diamonds, uranium, and base metals.

What is the significance of the Mary River Project?

It is one of the most isolated mining sites in the world and the first large open pit mine at that latitude.

Describe the climate conditions at the Mary River Project site.

Very cold temperatures averaging -30°C in the winter with 24-hour darkness from November to January.

What is the estimated iron concentration from the Mary River Project?

64% iron concentration.

What environmental concerns are associated with mining in the Arctic?

Caribou migration effects, noise from aircraft, garbage and pollution, and the need for cleanup.

What does the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement primarily address?

Environmental concerns, including issues related to wildlife, water, and land.

What are some of the key institutes of public government in Nunavut?

Nunavut Impact Review Board, Nunavut Planning Commission, and Nunavut Wildlife Management Board.

How has tourism changed in the Arctic since the 1980s?

Tourism has increased but is still ice-dependent and expensive.

What challenges do Inuit health issues pose according to the lecture?

High rates of obesity, smoking-related diseases, and increasing STD rates.

What legal dispute does the Northwest Passage involve?

Whether it is considered internal waters or not.

Why is the Arctic environment in Canada depicted as complicated?

Better rights for indigenous peoples compared to other Arctic locations, but limited infrastructure.

What were the historical implications of the 1969 trip of the SS Manhattan?

It illustrated that the US and other countries do not recognize Canadian rights in the Arctic.

What is one effect of the industrial development in Nunavut?

Potential cumulative effects on wildlife, especially caribou.

What was the outcome of the visit of former Canadian Defence Minister Bill Graham to Hans Island?

It sparked a diplomatic quarrel with Danish officials.

What potential does the Sverdrup Basin hold according to the lecture?

304 million oil barrels and significant natural gas reserves.

What environmental future considerations did the lecture mention for the Arctic?

Impact on Inuit culture and global economic pressures.