Geography 2010A/B Chapter Notes - Chapter 4: Arctic Circle, Ferrari 250, Interior Plains
27 Feb 2015
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It is one of the most sparsely populated areas on earth. 40% of the country made up by these 3 territories. Economy: the economic performance of the region is limited to non-renewable resources, this makes the region vulnerable to sharp fluctuations in global demand for its exports, historically, the economy has been subject to boom and bust cycles. Demographics: the aboriginal peoples currently have a high birth rate but a low death rate, accounting for high population growth by natural increase. Immigration is minimal: when the economy in the region stalls, the non-aboriginal residents are more likely to move to the provinces for job opportunities. Visions: there are two general visions of this region, a northern frontier. This is the vision of large corporations seeking to reap profits by the extraction of resources: a homeland. This is the vision of the aboriginal peoples who have a strong sense of place and appreciation for natural features.
