Canadian Shield
Does the Canadian Shield only cover parts of Ontario?
No, it covers parts of the Northwest Territories, Quebec, Alberta, Nunavut, Labrador, and Manitoba
What is the population like in the Great Lakes/St. Lawrence Lowlands?
It is the most densely populated area in Ontario, causing many people to live and work in this region
What are the most common bodies of water in the Hudson Bay Lowlands?
Swampy wetlands, slow-moving rivers, wet soil
Why is it called the Great Lakes/St. Lawrence Lowlands?
The land is flat and located around the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River
What is deforestation?
The clearing or cutting down of forests
What are the 2 most common landforms in the Canadian Shield?
Plateaus and wetlands
What are some major cities located in the Great Lakes/St. Lawrence Lowlands?
Toronto and Ottawa
Name 2 types of wildlife found in the Hudson Bay Lowlands.
Caribou, whales, polar bears, seals, fish, deer, beavers, muskrats
The responsible use and protection of nature is called __________ ______________.
environmental stewardship
What is conservation?
The protection of nature
What kinds of water bodies can we find in the Canadian Shield and why are they important?
Lakes, rivers, ponds and streams. They provide habitat for wildlife
Is the winter climate in the Great Lakes/St. Lawrence Lowlands colder than the Canadian Shield and what does this have to do with its location?
No, it is not colder than the Canadian Shield since it is located farther south and closer to the equator
What is the population like in the Hudson Bay Lowlands region and why?
There are not many people living here because of the subarctic climate and cost of transportation
What is the capital city of Canada?
Ottawa
Which landform REGION is the most northern in Ontario?
Hudson Bay Lowlands
What is the summer climate like in the Canadian Shield?
Warm and humid
How is the land in the Great Lakes/St. Lawrence Lowlands for farming?
How is the land in the Hudson Bay Lowlands for farming?
The land is marshy, very cold and not suitable for most farming
What is the capital city of Ontario?
Toronto
What are the 6 common landforms in Ontario?
1. Hill
2. Plateau
3. Island
4. River
5. Wetland
6. Shield
What kinds of industries are found in the Canadian Shield?
Mining (nickel, gold, silver) and Forestry
What are two common industries in this region?
Agriculture, manufacturing, tourism
What is one of the industries found in the Hudson Bay Lowlands?
Fishing and Hunting, Tourism
What are the names of the traditional territories that we live on?
Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe
What are the 6 types of land use in Ontario?
1. Recreational
2. Residential
3. Transportation
4. Commercial
5. Agricultural
6. Industrial