Is Mining in Canada Worth it?

STEP 1: SELECT a MINERAL

Select a mineral to research in Canada. These are the most popular minerals, but there are others you can select. You may not select a gemstone such as amethyst or Jade. You must select a mineral that is mined in Canada.

Click here to see a list of minerals found in Canada

Select a mineral.

STEP 2. FIND A MINE

Find a mine in Canada using the ATLAS of CANADA - MINERAL and MINES

Once you have found a mine, make a note of the name, location and the type of mine (called Facility)

STEP 3. USES

Research the USES of your mineral, using World Book Online Encyclopedia login: Havergal460 pw:ellenknox

STEP 4: RESEARCH BENEFITS of YOUR MINERAL and MINING

Research some of the advantages (benefits) of your mineral and mines in general to people and society

Benefits: Canadian Mining Facts

Benefits: Mining in Alaska

Benefits: Minerals and the economy

STEP 5: RESEARCH DISADVANTAGES of MINING

Research some of the disdvantages (benefits) of mining in general to people and society

Drawbacks: Minas Gerais Brazil

Drawbacks: Environmental Impact of Mining

Drawbacks: Underground mines

STEP 6: Form an OPINION

STEP 7: Record and submit your OPINION by clicking the black button below

Please enter your name and class. (eg. Susie G 4M)