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Examines the structure of the land use planning system proposed by DIAND for Canada's northern territories.
Describes the history of planning in northern Canada, implementation of the 1981 federal land use policy, and specific problems in the Yukon and the NWT. Includes chapters on land use planning and the Tungavik Federation of Nunavut landclaim, the problems of oil and gas extraction from the Beaufort Sea - Mackenzie Delta region, and land use planning in northern Quebec.
The Sea Has Many Voices is the first Canadian book to examine oceans policy in the making. The contributors believe that Canadian oceans policy making to date has been reactive, susceptible to pressure from special interest groups, and lacking in continuity or consistency.
Series of contributed papers on arctic ecology arranged under the headings: abiotic components, animal communities, plant communities, and land use.
"The most current and comprehensive book of its kind, Aboriginal Peoples and Natural Resources in Canada explores the opportunities and constraints that aboriginal people encounter in their efforts to use water resources, fisheries, forestry resources, wildlife, land and non-renewable resources, and to gain management power over these resources. This examination begins with a historical perspective, and takes into account cultural, political, legal and geographical factors. From the contemporary research of the author, the reader is informed of the most current developments and provided with a well-reasoned outlook for the future." "This book is an essential resource for aboriginal people engaged in the use and management of natural resources, and for those who seek professional training in the field. Anyone wanting to know more about the social and environmental issues pertaining to more responsible and equitable environmental and ecological management will find a wealth of information in this volume."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Describes terms of agreement in which the Inuvialuit gave up their aboriginal claim to vast areas in the Canadian north in exchange for financial compensation and a variety of other rights. Examines the legal and economic implications for the oil and gas industry in the Inuvialuit settlement region.