Mining

Canada is a country rich in minerals. Almost every significant mineral used in industrial societies is produced somewhere in this country. There are over 280 mines, producing thirty-four various metals and twenty-six non-metallic minerals in Canada. The mining industry impacts many realms of society; economic ($), environmental (land use), human (direct \ indirect employment), regional (mining communities), political (trade) etc.

The Mining Lesson Pack is divided into three sections:

• Background Information
  Teachers are encouraged to distribute this background information to their students.

• The Teacher's Guide
  Planning considerations and required files for this lesson.

• The Student Side
  ArcView Fact Sheet, ArcView Icons - Reference Guide, Student Exercise Instructions, Extension Exercises.

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