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Water Use by the Natural Resources Sectors - Facts

A synthesis of publicly available information regarding water-use trends and statistics for the natural resources sectors undertaken by NRCan to gain a better understanding of water use and related issues in the sectors.

Dendroclimatology

The principal objective of this activity is to quantitatively reconstruct, over the last two centuries, hydroclimatic variables required for hydrologic forecast models using dendroisotopic analysis as a basis for improved prediction of water supply in the main area of hydropower production in Québec.

Freshwater: The role and contribution of Natural Resources Canada, (2005)

This document demonstrates how NRCan activities help Canadians make sound decisions on the sustainable development and stewardship of Canada's freshwater resources.

Halifax Harbour

Halifax Harbour has a fascinating history of exploration, marine battles, disasters and geological upheavals.

Mapping Placentia Bay, Newfoundland

The goal of the SmartBay Project is to provide stakeholders with access to data and information to support the effective management and sustainable development of the bay.

National Hydro Network

Provides geospatial digital data describing Canada's inland surface waters such as lakes, reservoirs, rivers, streams, canals, islands, obstacles (e.g. waterfalls, rapids, rocks in water) and constructions (e.g. dams, wharves, dikes), as well as a linear drainage network and the toponymic information (geographical names) associated to hydrography.

Canadian Framework for Collaboration on Groundwater (2003)

Sets forth a vision and mechanisms for increasing synergy and co-operation in the area of groundwater research.