The Canadian Shield
Where is this region in Ontario?
The Shield region is on top of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Lowlands, and under the Hudson Bay Lowlands.
What does natural resources mean?
God has given us things from the land around us to use and make things with.
Where is this region in Ontario?
The Hudson Bay Lowlands are in northern Ontario, under Hudson's Bay.
What are some natural resources you can find in this region?
Water, animals and minerals.
Why is the word "Shield" in it's name?
The rocky land is hard like a shield.
What are some natural resources you can find in this region?
Minerals and trees.
Why is are the words "Hudson Bay" in it's name?
The region is right below Hudson's Bay.
What job can you get digging minerals in this region?
Miner.
What is the land like in this region?
The land is flat and rocky.
What kind of jobs can you get if you live in this region?
Miner, forester ...
What does the land look like in the Tundra?
The land is flat with no trees.
How do people here use animals to survive?
People use animals for food and clothing.
Are there any lakes in this region?
Yes there are lots of lakes.
What does a forester do for a job?
Foresters plant trees, take care of them, and cut them down to make things from it's wood.
Why is it hard for trees to grow in the Tundra?
The land is frozen all year.
What can happen if tourist hunt too many animals and fish.
There will not be enough animals and fish left for communities use.
What is the climate like in this region?
Hot summers and cold winters.
What is something you can make from minerals like gold, and from wood from trees?
Jewelry, coins, wooden chairs, desks, paper ...
What does the land look like in the Wetlands?
Swamps, lakes and trees.
What kinds of minerals can you find in this region? What can you make with them?
Diamonds are used in jewellery, and iron is used for fences, furniture ...