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Environmental Sensitivity Atlases
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Environmental Sensitivity Atlases |
Originator: |
Emergencies & Enforcement Division, Environmental Protection Branch, Environment Canada- Ontario Region
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Date of Publication: |
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1994
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Language of Resource: |
English and French
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Abstract: |
The Great Lakes Environmental Sensitivity Atlases are publications
that have been developed to aid agencies and companies prepare
and respond to spills of oil and other hazardous materials in
the Great Lakes. The Atlases are broken down into seven sub-regions,
providing in-depth information on:
In addition, preliminary work is underway to create a James Bay/Hudson
Bay Environmental Sensitivity Atlas.
The Atlas design allows readers to learn about various features
and habitats along the Canadian shorelines of each lake and both
the Canadian and United States shorelines of the rivers. The Atlases
have been designed to:
- Provide vital information in a direct manner to allow a more
efficient and effective response to spills;
- Present geomorphological, biological, cultural, human-use
information (including special status areas), as well as countermeasures
on and near the shoreline;
- Rank shoreline habitats to indicate their relative sensitivities
to oil impact considering their cleanup potential;
- Assist decision makers by identifying resources at risk, allowing
them to quickly assign priorities for protection measures and
cleanup; and
- Allow for improved response management at the time of a spill.
Special Features
Introduction
Provides information regarding the Project Background,
Nature of the Data, Atlas Design and Function,
as well as Sensitivities of Biological and Human-Use Resources
to spills of oil and other hazardous materials.
Notes
Supplementary facts and information that denote site specific
observations or concerns for the reader. Each "note"
corresponds to a particular point on the map.
Legend
Special removable legend that can be placed along side of symbols
that appear on the maps, allowing for an easy identification of:
- Shoreline Habitats,
- Biological Resources,
- Human-Use Resources, and
- Countermeasures.
While designed for spill response, this atlas information is useful
for general environmental protection initiatives, preservation
of sensitive shoreline areas and as an addition to the environmental education curriculum.
The atlas series will be of interest to:
- Private contractors
- Industry, Shipping Companies
- Municipal Agencies/Chamber of Commerce
- Conservation and Recreational Authorities
- Any environmental professional with an interest in the Great Lake shorelines
- Tourism Operators
- Marinas, Ports and Harbours, Boat Operators
- Government Agencies
More Information
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Subject Terms: |
Geology, Coastal Zone Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Effects Monitoring Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Indicators Coastal Zone, Erosion Coastal Zone, Flooding Great Lakes Reference Desk, Fact Sheets / Pamphlets / Bulletins Environmental Emergencies, Natural Disasters Coastal Zone, Shoreline Classification Coastal Zone, Shoreline Management Environmental Monitoring, Water Monitoring
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Place: |
Great Lakes / St. Lawrence Basin
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Availability: |
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| Medium: |
Paper.
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| Distributor: |
Regional Environmental Emergencies Coordinator / Coordonnateur régional des urgences environnementales
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| Resource Description: |
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| Order Process: |
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| | Order Information: |
The Atlases are available in paper volume at varying prices. A
price list and order form is available.
A digital database of the Atlases will soon be available for CD-ROM. Inquire at any time!!!!
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| | Cost: |
No
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| Technical Prerequisites: |
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| Available Linkage: |
Environmental Sensitivity Atlases
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Point of Contact: |
Regional Environmental Emergencies Coordinator / Coordonnateur régional des urgences environnementales
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Schedule Number: |
359
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Control Identifier: |
EC-00770359
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Record Source: |
OR Green Lane
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Language of Record: |
English
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Date of Last Modification: |
2001-07-13
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Record Review Date: |
2001-09-30
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