Waterlife is a documentary film about the Great Lakes that follows the flow of the lakes' water from the Nipigon River to the Atlantic Ocean. The film's goal is to take viewers on a tour of an incredibly beautiful ecosystem that is facing complex challenges.
Access to fresh water will be a central concern of the 21st century. Students should research one topic of interest from this interactive web project and present their findings to the class. How is the Native community affected by the water pollution? What steps must be taken to support the Great Lakes ecosystem, and who is responsible? What could be the consequences of ignoring the issue?