Population Settlements
What is a population settlement?
A population settlement is a specific place where people reside together more permanently, forming a community. This can range from small villages to large cities.
What is a push and pull factor?
Push Factor - A push factor refers to a negative condition or circumstance within a person’s current location that encourages them to leave and move to a new area (why someone moves from an area)
Pull Factor - A pull factor refers to a positive condition or attribute in a particular location that attracts people to move there (why someone moves to an area)
Is the world currently in a state of population growth or decline?
Population growth
What is immigration?
Immigration is the action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country.
What is population density?
The number of people who live in a given area (usually per hectare or square km in Canada). This is a measure of “how crowded” a place is
What is absolute and relative location?
Absolute - precise position on earth using coordinates or an address
Relative - describes a place in relation to other landmarks
What is an urban area? What is a rural area?
Urban - Refers to a highly populated area with lots of human-built structures such as cities, towns and suburbs
Rural - Refers to a geographical area outside of towns and cities, typically with a low population, small settlements and lots of agriculture, forestry and undeveloped areas.
Name 4 reasons for population growth
High birth rates, immigration, healthcare, sanitation, high life expectancy, economic growth
What are the 3 types of immigrants and what are they?
Economic - These individuals migrate to improve their economic opportunities - often have skills, education or work experience (accepted based on a point system)
Family - This includes individuals who immigrate to join family members already living in the country
Refugee - These individuals are forced to flee their home country due to fear of persecution, war or violence - they seek refuge and protection in another country
How do you calculate population density?
Total population divided by total area in square km
Name the 3 types of population settlements AND explain what they are
Concentrated - clustered together
Scattered/Dispersed - people spread apart
Linear - arranged in a line
Name 4 push factors
Cost of living is high, natural disasters, extreme cold, limited healthcare and education, fewer job opportunities, isolation
Name 6 reasons for population decline
Low birth rates, high death rates, aging population, war/conflicts, natural disasters, economic decline
In the film "Peace by Chocolate" name 3 challenges Tareq and his family experience when moving to Canada from Syria
1. Language and cultural barriers
2. Rebuilding their lives and business
3. Balancing family expectations and personal dreams
What is an example of a high and low density province/territory in Canada?
High - PEI, Nova Scotia, Ontario
Low - Nunavut, Northwest Territories, Yukon
Where is the population most concentrated in Canada and where is it most scattered?
Concentrated - southern Ontario such as Toronto and parts of British Columbia such as Vancouver
Scattered - northern regions of Canada such as Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut
Name 6 pull factors
Cost of living is low, quality of life, milder climate, strong school systems, more job opportunity, low crime rates, transportation systems
Name 4 impacts of population growth
Strained resources, overcrowding, traffic, job competition, high cost of living, less healthcare
What are the 3 types of people Canada is made up of?
Indigenous, descendants of immigrants, recent immigrants
What is one effect of high population density in an area?
One effect of high population density is increased competition for resources, which can lead to higher living costs.
What factors influence the location of a settlement?
access to water, fertile land, transportation routes, climate
How does political stability serve as a push factor?
Political instability can serve as a push factor by creating an environment of fear, uncertainty, and violence, leading people to seek safety elsewhere.
Name 6 impacts of population decline
Economic slowdown, work shortages, housing slump, ghost towns, aging population, less infrastructure
Where did the most amount of immigrants settle in 2024 and why?
Ontario
Southern, mild climate, strong economy, diverse job opportunities, high quality of life
How can the geography of a location affect the population density?
Geography can impact population density through natural barriers, such as mountains or rivers, which can limit where people can live.