Understanding Water Crisis in First Nations

Understanding Water Crisis in First Nations

Assessment

Interactive Video

Journalism, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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The federal government promised to eliminate boil water advisories for First Nations by next month, yet many communities still lack clean water. A joint investigation revealed that government procurement policies and lack of oversight contribute to the problem. Despite pledges of funding, systemic issues persist, with First Nations often receiving substandard infrastructure due to low-bid contracts. Indigenous Services Canada does not track poor-performing contractors, exacerbating the issue. Minister Mark Miller has committed to improving oversight, but First Nations continue to wait for basic human rights.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the federal government's promise regarding boil water advisories in First Nations communities?

To ignore the issue

To provide temporary solutions

To reduce them by half

To eliminate them by next month

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the joint investigation uncover about government procurement policies?

They are efficient and effective

They are transparent and fair

They may contribute to the water crisis

They prioritize quality over cost

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant issue with Indigenous Services Canada's policies according to the investigation?

Lack of funding

Too many contractors

Lack of oversight

Excessive regulation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do First Nations leaders criticize the federal policies on infrastructure contracts?

They are too expensive

They focus on low-cost bids

They are too complex

They are too slow

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Indigenous Services Canada fail to track, according to the investigation?

Community feedback

Contractor performance

Budget allocations

Project timelines

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Minister Mark Miller agree to investigate?

Alternative water sources

New procurement policies

Business practices in Northern Ontario

Water quality in urban areas

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ongoing issue faced by First Nations communities despite government promises?

Lack of housing

Lack of employment

Lack of clean drinking water

Lack of education

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