Economic
why does Canada want to mine in The Ring Of Fire?
to get all of it resources and use them
What is deforestation?
Trees are removed or forest habitat is lost
what political party supports the ring of fire Ontario?
the federal party of canada
Mining in the Ring of Fire has polluted water, making it unsafe for people to drink. This is a big problem for the community.
What is safe drinking water?
the world is leaning more to electric cars and in The Ring Of Fire-
there are many resources needed to make electric cars engines
How will noise from blasting and drilling disturb nearby wildlife?
Animals are forced to leave the area. Their survival strategies are forced to change
The Ring of Fire is hurting hunting and fishing areas that First Nations have relied on for generations. This affects an important part of their culture.
What are traditional ways of living?
a lot of money is been used to help the Boreal caribou population get to a normal amount of it population, how can we reduce money wasted and save the caribou?
by stopping road construction/deforestation/mining in the forests/ destroying water sources around it habitats, that way we can save on money and the animals
Does mining affect the life of Indigenous communities and how?
It affects their land use, hunting, fishing, and cultural practices
what ideology does the ring of fire is part of?
the idea that canada should be a self depended when it comes to trade (especially with the US)
Even though First Nations have a say in what happens on their land, sometimes their voices are ignored. This is unfair and goes against this important right.
What is self-determination
another reason why Canada want to mine in The Ring Of Fire is-
to export the resources to other countries
How does mining in the Ring of Fire increase air pollution in the region?
Machines and transport release bad emissions into the air
Losing parts of their land to mining makes it harder for First Nations to stay connected to their homes, history, and ancestors.
What is their connection to traditional land?
the more time we wait the more money The Ring Of Fire metals and minerals are worth, why is that happening?
Inflation, the main reason is inflation but it is also because the more people want to get electric cars the more they'll cost because people will still want to buy them
How does mining in the Ring of Fire harm local water sources and fish habitats?
Chemicals and waste enter the rivers. Water quality drops and fish are harmed
Mining pollution is making it hard for First Nations to get their traditional foods like fish, which causes problems with this.
What is food security?