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Hydroelectricity
is an increasingly important source
of power for many communities. This
type of energy takes advantage of
the natural power in the flow of a
river. Dams are built to first stop
this natural flow and are then opened
to let the water out through huge
generators. By controlling the flow
of the river, we can capture the natural
energy and use it to power our communities.
There is some controversy though.
Is there an impact on the river and
fish when a dam is built? Do we actually
need another hydroelectricity plant?
Some Inuit, First Nation and Métis
peoples want to protect their traditional
lands, and others want to increase
economic development in their communities.
Click on Select-A-Career or EnviroCareers
to find out more about the environmental
jobs related to hydroelectricity development:
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