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 makes it harder for First Nations to hunt and fish, which messes up this.
What is their everyday life?
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
How can policymakers ensure that mining in the Ring of Fire contributes to long-term regional economic development rather than short-term extraction benefiting outside corporations?
Require local mineral processing, share profits with communities, invest in training, and plan for mine closure.
Because the water is getting dirty, it’s harder for people to get clean water and safe fish to eat.
What is getting food and water
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)
When First Nations can’t hunt or fish like before, this part of their way of life is affected.
What is their culture?
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
.What role should Indigenous governments and communities play in decision-making around mining approvals, land use planning, and revenue sharing in the Ring of Fire?
Give Indigenous communities real power, funding, and ownership in mining.
Mining hurts the land, and this is a problem because First Nations have a strong bond with it.
What is their connection to the 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
How should federal and provincial governments balance economic development in the Ring of Fire with commitments to environmental protection and climate goals?
Support mining with strict environmental rules and green infrastructure.
Even though First Nations should get a say about their land, sometimes people don’t do this.
What is listening to them?