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When living on the shore of one of the Great Lakes it is very easy to take water for granted. We should celebrate our good fortune that about 20% of the WORLD’S available fresh water is nearby. It is difficult to imagine that 40% of the world’s population live with water scarcity daily. Yet last summer in many parts of Ontario, especially in Grey County many people experienced severe water shortages. The wells were dry and some municipalities rationed water.
Students will study the water cycle to increase their understanding of weather, erosion, currents, water treatment, consumption patterns, health and political issues. Without water we CANNOT survive for more than a few days. Without adequate clean water there would be few jobs. Water, personal and economic health are interconnected.
Evaluate: Students will evaluate human use of water at the Scenic Caves site and the economic and environmental impact of the choices made about water in our community.
Debate: Research and prepare data to stage a debate with the following resolution: "Be it resolved that Canada should remove groundwater and surface water for export to other countries."
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