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Description
This animated short film describes the 1992 cod moratorium from the perspective of a fifth-generation fisherman. It highlights the events leading up to the decision by the Canadian government to close down the cod fishery and the social and economic fallout on the Newfoundland fishing communities directly impacted. Originally intended to last for 2 years, the moratorium remains in largely in place today. This compelling story provides a clear example of the human tragedy that can result from unsustainable development. It is also a story of human will and perseverance.
General Assessment
Recommendation of how and where to use it
This resource offers a compelling case study of the social consequences of resource depletion and environmental degradation. It will effectively support sustainable development outcomes in a range of middle level and high school geography, social studies and science courses.
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- Grade 11
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- Environmental Science
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- Environmental Science 11: Human practices affect the sustainability of ecosystems
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- Social Studies
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- Human Geography 12: Demographic patterns and population distribution are influenced by physical features and natural resources
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- Environmental Science
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- Introduction to Environmental Science 120: Sustainable Development
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- Canadian Geography 120: Patterns and Systems in the Human and Natural World
- Newfoundland & Labrador
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- Grade 12
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- Environmental Science 3205: Water Use & the Environment
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- World Geography 3200/3202: Primary Resource Activities
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- Social Studies 3201: Human-Environment Interaction
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- Grade 7
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- Issues in Canadian Geography (Academic): Managing Canada's Resources and Industries
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- Geography
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- Living in a Sustainable World (Workplace Prep.) Sustainability of Natural Resources
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- Environmental Science
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- Environmental Science 621A: Introduction to Environmental Science
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- Grade 11
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- Contemporary World: Environment
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- Environmental Science 11: Human practices affect the sustainability of ecosystems
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- Human Geography 12: Demographic patterns and population distribution are influenced by physical features and natural resources
Themes Addressed
Citizenship (1)
- Sustainable Consumption
Ecosystems (1)
- Endangered Species
Human Health & Environment (1)
- Quality of Life
Land Use & Natural Resources (1)
- Fisheries
