Why is the Greenbelt important to Southern Ontario?

 

 

Organize Information According to Research Questions

 

·       What is Ontario’s Greenbelt?

o   Describe the natural features of the Greenbelt

§  Niagara escarpment

§  Oak Ridges moraine

§  Holland Marsh

·       Where is Ontario’s Greenbelt located?

·       How does Ontario’s Greenbelt support water resources?

·       How does Ontario’s Greenbelt support ecosystems and biodiversity?

·       How does Ontario’s Greenbelt support people and the economy?

 

 

Organize Information According to Information Type

 

       Identify the quantitative facts by changing the font to “Arial Black”

      Identify the qualitative information by changing the font to “Comic Sans MS”

      Include at least 2 GeoVisuals. For each visual summarize the key ideas from the visual in point-form notes

 

 

Sources

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My words (paraphrase)

Greenbelt

Ontario's Greenbelt is the world's largest, protecting farmland, forests, wetlands, rivers, and lakes.

2 million acres of protected land work together to provide us with fresh air, clean water, fantastic local food and drink, and world-class outdoor recreation and tourism experiences.

The Greenbelt is the heart of the Greater Golden Horseshoe – its permanent protection is essential for climate resilient communities and a thriving local economy.

·       Found in Ontario, Canada

·       2 million acres of protected farmland, forests, wetlands, rivers, and lakes

·       Provides fresh air, clean water, food, drink, recreation and tourism

·       Important part of the Greater Golden Horseshoe region

·       Permanent protection needed to create communities that can withstand climate change and grow economy

 

Oak Ridges Moraine

 

Water and the Oak Ridges Moraine

 

 

Niagara Escarpment

 

 

The Holland Marsh