Question

Why are cities starting to be concerned with increased population?

The economy is growing and it will mean more people.
The rural areas will lose population.
There are strains on the environment that will need to be addressed.
New voters will have to have the attention of elected officials.

Answer 1

Figure 20.1. The Alberta tar sands has become increasingly controversial since Suncor’s first extraction plant opened in 1967. Development of the tar sands is a classic issue that pits corporate interests against environmental sustainability. (Photo courtesy of Dru Oja Jay, Dominion/flickr)