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Environment

This section explores the physical geography of Canada. Discover the country’s geology, its important water resources, and its ecology. Learn about Canada’s land cover with maps on relief, vegetation, ecozones, permafrost and surficial materials. Find out where natural hazards such as avalanches, volcanoes and major floods prevail in Canada. Observe Canada’s climate and how it is likely to change over the next century.

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ClimateRead about Climate

Snow Cover - Read about Snow Cover

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EcologyRead about Ecology

Ecological Framework - Read about Ecological Framework

Ecosystem Components - Read about Ecosystem Components

Human Activities in Ecosystems

Protecting Ecosystems - Read about Protecting Ecosystems

Threats to Ecosystems

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ForestsRead about Forests

Forest Studied and Protected

Forests in Canada - Read about Forests in Canada

Forests and the Economy - Read about Forests and the Economy

Forests and People

Forest Disturbances

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Forest FiresRead about Forest Fires

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Geology Read about Geology

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HydrologyRead about Hydrology

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LandRead about Land

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Natural HazardsRead about Natural Hazards

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Sea IceRead about Sea Ice

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