VOICED: Are tar sands the future of oil?

The video discusses the environmental and health impacts of tar sands operations in Alberta, Canada. Indigenous communities face pollution and increased cancer rates due to water contamination. Global demand for oil drives the invasive extraction process, which emits high levels of greenhouse gases and destroys forests. Despite environmental concerns, the industry defends its practices, citing economic growth, while production continues to rise under international pressure.

What environmental issue is affecting the indigenous groups near the Alberta tar sands?

• Air pollution

• Noise pollution

• Deforestation

• Water pollution

Why do global consumers turn to Canada's tar sands for oil?

• It is more environmentally friendly

• It is cheaper than conventional oil

• It helps meet the high demand for oil

• It helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions

What is a major environmental consequence of extracting oil from tar sands?

• It releases fewer greenhouse gases

• It is less invasive than conventional methods

• It releases more greenhouse gases

• It requires less water

How does the industry justify the environmental impact of tar sands exploitation?

• By saying it improves air quality

• By arguing it reduces global oil prices

• By stating it spurs economic growth

• By claiming it is a renewable resource

What has been the impact of tar sands exploitation on Canadian forests?

• It has increased forest biodiversity

• It has preserved forest areas

• It has had no impact on forests

• It has destroyed large areas of forest