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Sustainable Development
Sustainable development is defined as "development that meets the needs of
the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet
their own needs". Sustainable development thinks about the future while
making decisions for the present. The core of sustainable development is
striking a balance of political, economic, social, health and cultural
needs.
Canada enjoys an incredibly high quality of life, the maintenance of which
requires clean water, clean air and protection from natural disasters,
such as tornadoes. Alongside this, quality of life relies on a strong
economy that depends on natural resources from agriculture, mining, energy
and fisheries. All of these industries can have a serious impact on the
environment and diminish the quality of life. The key to sustainable
development, therefore, is a balance between the environment and industry
to create a well-managed society for today and tomorrow.
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