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What is a significant challenge faced by Attawapiskat due to its geographical location and infrastructure limitations?
What is a significant challenge faced by Attawapiskat due to its geographical location and infrastructure limitations?
- Surplus of usable water resources.
- Unusable water due to high levels of harmful substances. (correct)
- Abundance of governmental support.
- High accessibility to other communities.
Why are trihalomethanes and haloacetic acids a concern in Attawapiskat's water supply?
Why are trihalomethanes and haloacetic acids a concern in Attawapiskat's water supply?
- They improve the efficiency of water filtration systems.
- They are byproducts associated with negative health effects, including cancer. (correct)
- They are essential minerals that enhance water purity.
- They increase the effectiveness of water wheels for energy production.
What infrastructural issue contributes to the ineffectiveness of the water wheel as an energy source in Attawapiskat?
What infrastructural issue contributes to the ineffectiveness of the water wheel as an energy source in Attawapiskat?
- Overabundance of fish.
- Slow river flow. (correct)
- Rapid river flow.
- Lack of sunlight.
What measure has been suggested to the people of Attawapiskat as a solution to their water quality issues?
What measure has been suggested to the people of Attawapiskat as a solution to their water quality issues?
What was a key consideration in the redesign of Attawapiskat's commercial areas?
What was a key consideration in the redesign of Attawapiskat's commercial areas?
What is the primary function of the open space and recreation areas, particularly the greenbelt reserves, in the context of Attawapiskat's redevelopment?
What is the primary function of the open space and recreation areas, particularly the greenbelt reserves, in the context of Attawapiskat's redevelopment?
Why is the waste-to-energy power plant located far away from the general population in Attawapiskat's redeveloped community plan?
Why is the waste-to-energy power plant located far away from the general population in Attawapiskat's redeveloped community plan?
In the redeveloped community, what is the rationale behind distributing agriculture areas throughout Attawapiskat?
In the redeveloped community, what is the rationale behind distributing agriculture areas throughout Attawapiskat?
Considering the mixed-land usage in Attawapiskat, why are memorial sites located closer to the main city?
Considering the mixed-land usage in Attawapiskat, why are memorial sites located closer to the main city?
How does the community plan to manage the high levels of dissolved organic carbons in the water source to prevent the formation of harmful byproducts?
How does the community plan to manage the high levels of dissolved organic carbons in the water source to prevent the formation of harmful byproducts?
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Attawapiskat
Attawapiskat
A remote community in Ontario, Canada, often overlooked and facing challenges due to its location and lack of government support.
Water Contamination in Attawapiskat
Water Contamination in Attawapiskat
High levels of trihalomethanes and haloacetic acids, byproducts of chlorine reacting with organic materials, posing health risks.
Community Redesign Strategies
Community Redesign Strategies
Spreading commercial areas around the border, creating three main residential communities, and ensuring accessible transportation.
Industry Placement
Industry Placement
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Community Agriculture
Community Agriculture
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Study Notes
- Attawapiskat is geographically isolated in Ontario's James Bay region.
- Kaschewan, the nearest community, is approximately 88 km away.
- Attawapiskat faces governmental neglect and receives limited support.
Challenges in Attawapiskat
- Limited governmental support is a significant issue.
- The abundance of surrounding trees presents challenges.
- Remoteness contributes to the difficulties faced by the community.
- Unusable water is a major concern.
Community Planning Overview
- Commercial areas are distributed along the border for accessibility.
- Residential areas are concentrated in three large communities.
- A comprehensive transportation system aims to connect all areas.
- General facilities are primarily located near the main city.
- Greenbelts and trees serve as open spaces and recreational areas.
- Transportation methods are intended to offset carbon emissions from forests.
- Each mini-community includes at least one nearby recreation area.
- Institutions are distributed throughout the community areas.
- A waste-to-energy power plant is situated away from residential zones.
- The water treatment facility is located near the main city and water source.
- Agriculture is spread throughout the community to provide food.
- An amusement park is located on the outer border.
- A gym is situated closer to the middle of the border.
- Memorial sites are located near the main city.
Water Crisis in Attawapiskat (2019)
- The water quality in Attawapiskat was in a catastrophic state.
- Dangerously high levels of trihalomethanes and haloacetic acids were present.
- Trihalomethanes are byproducts of chlorine reacting with organic materials.
- Haloacetic acids form from natural organic materials in water.
- These compounds are linked to negative health effects, cancer, and reproductive issues.
- The filtration systems are inadequate for the high levels of dissolved organic carbons.
- The water quality affects both drinking water and energy production.
- The river's slow flow renders the water wheel ineffective for power generation.
- AANDC recommends sourcing water from a location northwest of the city.
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