Sustainable Resource Management
Students will explore the importance of sustainable practices in managing Canada's natural resources for future generations.
Key Questions
- Explain the concept of sustainable resource management.
- Analyze the long-term consequences of unsustainable resource use.
- Design a plan for how a community can practice sustainable resource management.
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