Mining in Canada
The importance of mining is definitely significant to Canada.Mining, is an important industry, and Canadians are very advancedin their mining technology, but during the mining process, thereis certain level of pollution produced. The Canadian governmentand the mining companies have very good plans and controls towardthis problem, while ensuring the smooth running of theindustries, and also helping to create strong economy andThe world of today could not exist without mineral products.Canada produces about 60 minerals and ranks first among producingcountries1. As well, Canada is the largest exporter of minerals,with more than 20 per cent of production shipped to worldmarkets2. In a typical year, the mining industry is responsiblefor almost 20 per cent of Canada's total export earnings3 (SeeAppendix A). As for the employment rate, over 70 per cent of themines are owned by Canadians and approximately 108,000 Canadiansare directly employed in the mining industry4. Mining is veryimportant in Canadian life. Not only do the products power thefamily car and heat the family home, the manufacturing sector,the high tech industries and even th
Nevertheless government and mining companies have realize thisproblem, and have contributed money and effort to correct it,helping to keep the environment clean and heathy, also ensuringthis industry will be running smoothly and bringing in money tocreate a good economic future. Furthercrushing is required prior to sending the ore to the mill whereit is ground to a fine powder8. 101 Bibliography Bodey, Hugh. The mining industry will continue to be an importantsupport to the economy. 28-30 10Mineral Policy - A Discussion Paper (Ottawa: Energy, Minesand Resources Canada, 1981). Acid rainunquestionably contributed to the acidification of lakes andstreams, causing problems with the agricultural crops and forestgrowth, and has the potential to contaminate drinking watersystems 10. Mineral Policy - A Discussion Paper. Solutions to environmental problems are not simple. 1-2 3Mining, what it means to Canada (Ottawa: The miningassociation of Canada, 1988). Basically: The ore concentrates are mixed with other materialsand treated at high temperatures to change the material to otherchemical forms.
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