Population and Resources in Canada

Study Notes

Population Distribution in Canada

Canada's population is sparsely distributed, with high densities in southern regions and lower numbers in northern territories.
The northern regions are largely occupied by Indigenous populations.
The population density varies significantly across different physiographic regions.

Canada's Natural Resources

Renewable Resources: Resources that can be replenished given time.
- Examples include soil, forests, and fish stocks.
- Sustainable practices are essential to ensure their continued availability.
Non-renewable Resources: Resources that are finite and cannot be replenished within a timeframe that is useful to humans.
- Examples include minerals and fossil fuels.
- Extraction and usage must be carefully managed and balanced against the need for future generations.
Dynamic Resources: Resources that are replenished constantly such as sunlight, wind and hydropower.
- These resources are replenished over time, but are still susceptible to exploitation.

Important Regions in Canada

St. Lawrence Lowlands: A region that has densely populated areas in southern Canada.
Hudson Bay Lowlands: A region with a disperse population.
Arctic Islands: Contains few human settlements due to harsh conditions.
Western Cordillera: Includes mountainous regions, which are populated in lower density than other areas.
Canadian Shield: Region with low density as it has sparse resources.
Appalachian Region: Population density varies, some parts are more densely populated.
Alberta: One of the provinces prominent in the extraction of fossil fuels.

Description

This quiz explores the distribution of Canada's population and its natural resources. It covers the density variations across different regions and the classification of resources into renewable, non-renewable, and dynamic types. Test your knowledge on the factors affecting population and resource management in Canada.