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Sunday, May 24, 1998

Where does the water come from that we get from our taps?

In a number of communities, water comes from the ground. This unlike many other communities where water comes from lakes or rivers. Groundwater accounts for only about six percent of the total water used in Ontario, over 2.8 million people, 23 percent of Ontario's population rely on it as a source of potable water.

How does the water get into the ground?

water cycle

Sunday, May 24, 1998

Southwest USA field trip 1997

Earth sciences students take part in a major field trip at the beginning of their final year. They have a choice of a field trip to Quebec or some more exotic location. Last year, 14 students opted for a two week tour of Nevada, Utah, Colorado and Arizona. Students planned each day's itinerary, contacting local experts to assist with interpretation, they were also responsible for a guidebook and an after trip presentation.